xoia

Galician

[ˈʃɔjɐ]

noun
Definitions
  • jewel; ornament made with precious metals and/or gemstones
  • gem; jewel
  • (figurative) gem; treasure

Etymology

Inherited from Old Portuguese joya derived from Old French joie derived from Latin *jocale, iocus, jocus.

Origin

Latin

iocus, jocus

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