pearl
UK: pɜːl | US: pɜːrl
n. a smooth, lustrous, typically rounded formation produced within the shell of certain mollusks, valued as a gem
n. something resembling a pearl in appearance or value
n. a pale grayish-white color
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The word "pearl" originates from the Old French "perle," which likely derived from the Latin "perna" (meaning "leg," referring to the shape of a mollusk's muscle). However, its exact linguistic path is debated. Over time, "pearl" became standardized in Middle English to describe the precious gem formed in oysters. The word's simplicity reflects its ancient roots, with no clear prefix/root/suffix structure in modern English.
She wore a necklace adorned with a single luminous pearl.
The morning dew glistened like tiny pearls on the grass.
His advice was a pearl of wisdom in a difficult situation.
The artist used pearl paint to give the sculpture a delicate sheen.
Pearls are often cultivated in oyster farms for commercial use.