definition of
[precious]

[1] #1 precious s. of high worth or cost; "diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds are precious stones". wn

[2] #2 precious r. [preciously] extremely; "there is precious little time left". wn

[3] #3 precious s. [valued] held in great esteem for admirable qualities especially of an intrinsic nature; "a valued friend"; "precious memories". wn

[4] #4 precious s. [cute] obviously contrived to charm; "an insufferably precious performance"; "a child with intolerably cute mannerisms". wn