Meaning of the word pearl in English

What does pearl mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pearl

US /pɝːl/

UK /pɝːl/

Noun

a hard, glistening spherical mass, typically white or bluish-grey, formed within the soft tissue of a living shelled mollusk and highly prized as a gem.

Example:

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She wore a necklace of beautiful pearls.

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The diver found a large pearl inside the oyster.

Synonym:

gem jewel bead

a person or thing of great rarity and worth

Example:

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She is a true pearl among her colleagues.

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The old book was a hidden pearl in the antique shop.

Synonym:

treasure gem masterpiece rarity

Verb

to form into pearls or drops

Example:

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Dewdrops pearled on the spider's web.

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Sweat pearled on his forehead as he ran.

Synonym:

bead drop glisten

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