1 of great value (usually because it is rare or difficult to find) 贵重的,宝贵的(通常因罕有或稀少):
In overcrowded Hong Kong, every small piece of land is precious.在过度拥挤的香港,每一小块土地都是很宝贵的。
2 loved very much 心爱的;受到珍爱的:
The painting was very precious to her.这幅画是她很珍爱的。