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pearl
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- pronunciation:
- puhrl
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noun |
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A pearl is a smooth, round, shiny object that is often worn as part of jewelry. A pearl is formed inside the shell of certain sea animals.
Lily's mother has a necklace of pearls that she will sometimes wear to formal events.
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| derivations: |
pearl-like (adj.), pearler (n.) |
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