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pure-watered1
adjective
Of a gemstone: of unmarred brilliance.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Herman Melville (1819–1891), novelist and poet. From pure + watered.
pure-watered2
adjective
Especially of a stream, river, etc.: that has clean, clear water.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in Wisconsin Journal Education. From pure + watered.
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