English noun: crown jewel | |||
1. | crown jewel (possession) the most desirable assets of a corporation | ||
Samples | Their crown jewels figured prominently in the takeover attempt. | ||
Broader (hypernym) | assets | ||
2. | crown jewel (artifact) a precious stone that is a valuable part of a sovereign's regalia | ||
Broader (hypernym) | gem, jewel, precious stone | ||