"rubyware" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From ruby + -ware. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|ruby|ware|id2=substance, kind, or use}} ruby + -ware Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} rubyware (uncountable)
  1. Articles made from ruby. Tags: uncountable
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          "text": "[…] service for 6 Noritake china, several sterling silver pieces, rubyware, mantel clock, knick-knacks, brassware stemware, collection of Avon bottles, lot of TV and radio testing equipment, plus several truck loads of 1” and 2” lumber, and many other items.",
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