Definition of pearl
(Entry 1 of 4)
1a
: a dense variously colored and usually lustrous concretion formed of concentric layers of mother-of-pearl as an abnormal growth within the shell of some mollusks and used as a gem
b
: mother-of-pearl
2
: one that is very choice or precious
3
: something resembling a pearl intrinsically or physically
4
: a nearly neutral slightly bluish medium gray
pearl
verb
pearled; pearling; pearls
Definition of pearl (Entry 2 of 4)
pearl
adjectiveDefinition of pearl (Entry 3 of 4)
1a
: of, relating to, or resembling pearl
b
: made of or adorned with pearls
2
: having medium-sized grains
pearl barley
pearl
noun (2)Definition of pearl (Entry 4 of 4)
British
: picot
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The first known use of pearl was in the 14th century
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