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Pearl

noun

/pɜːrl/

Meaning

a hard, lustrous object produced within the soft tissue of a shelled mollusk; used in jewelry

She wore a beautiful pearl necklace to the wedding.

gem, jewel, bead

pearl necklace, pearl earrings, cultured pearl, black pearl

A type of telescope that uses lenses to focus light.

a person or company that advertises a product, service, or event

The quality of showing traits traditionally associated with women, such as delicacy or softness.

a plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim

heavy material used to stabilize a ship or vehicle

A group of attendants or followers accompanying an important person.