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Ivory (Noun)

Meaning 1

A shade of white the color of bleached bones.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • The piano keys were made of a smooth, creamy ivory that seemed to glow in the dim light.
  • Her skin was as pale as ivory, almost translucent in the moonlight.
  • The antique figurine was carved from a single piece of ivory, its intricate details a testament to the craftsman's skill.
  • The walls of the old mansion were painted a warm, ivory color that seemed to soften the harsh lines of the architecture.
  • The vintage jewelry box was lined with a delicate, ivory-colored silk that felt luxurious to the touch.

Synonyms

  • Bone
  • Pearl
  • Off-white

Hypernyms

  • White

Meaning 2

A hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elephants and walruses.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Synonyms

  • Tusk

Hypernyms

  • Dentin
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