a bud.-a precious stone of any kind, as the ruby, emerald, topaz, sapphire, beryl, spinel, etc., especially when cut and polished for ornament; a jewel.-anything of small size, or expressed within brief limits, which is regarded as a gem on account of its beauty or value, as a small picture, a verse of poetry, a witty or wise saying.-to put forth in the form of buds.-to adorn with gems or precious stones.-to embellish or adorn, as with gems; as, a foliage gemmed with dewdrops.