pearl
Definition
- n. a smooth lustrous round structure inside the shell of a clam or oyster; much valued as a jewel
- v. gather pearls, from oysters in the ocean
Word forms
- Present participle
- pearling
- Past tense
- pearled
- Third person singular
- pearls
- Past participle
- pearled
Example sentences
n.
She wore a beautiful necklace made of pearls to the party.
vt.
The artisan pearled the edges of the jewelry box for an elegant look.
vi.
They went to the ocean to pearl during the summer vacation.