pearly
UK: ˈpɜːli | US: ˈpɜːrli
adj. resembling or characteristic of a pearl in luster or color
adj. adorned with or containing pearls
n. (informal) a pearl or pearl-like object
The word "pearly" derives from "pearl," which traces back to the Old French "perle" (meaning "pearl"), likely from Vulgar Latin "*pernula," a diminutive of Latin "perna" (meaning "leg," but also used for a type of shellfish). The suffix "-y" is a productive English adjectival suffix indicating resemblance or possession of qualities. Thus, "pearly" literally means "having the qualities of a pearl," such as its lustrous, iridescent appearance.
Her dress had a pearly sheen that caught the light beautifully.
The morning dew left pearly droplets on the spiderweb.
He gifted her a pearly necklace for their anniversary.
The artist used pearly paints to mimic the ocean’s glow.
(Informal) She collected tiny pearlies from the beach as souvenirs.