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pearly

Main Entry:: pearly
Pronunciation:: \ˈpər-lē\
Function:: adjective
Inflected Form(s):: pearl·i·er; pearl·i·est
Date:: 15th century

1 : resembling, containing, or adorned with pearls or mother-of-pearl 2 : highly precious

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