Pearl (Noun)
Meaning 1
A shade of white the color of bleached bones.
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 2
A shape that is spherical and small; "he studied the shapes of low-viscosity drops"; "beads of sweat on his forehead".
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Nouns denoting two and three dimensional shapes.
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Meaning 3
A smooth lustrous round structure inside the shell of a clam or oyster; much valued as a jewel.
Classification
Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.
Examples
- The pearl necklace had been passed down through generations of women in her family.
- She carefully opened the oyster shell to reveal a beautiful pearl inside.
- The diver spent years searching for the perfect pearl to give to his wife.
- The pearl earrings sparkled in the light as she walked down the aisle.
- The pearl was highly prized for its luster and rarity, making it a valuable addition to any jewelry collection.