mother-of-pearl

[US]/[ˈmʌðər ɒv pɜːl]/
[UK]/[ˈmʌðər ɒv pɜːrl]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a lustrous, iridescent substance lining the inside of some mollusk shells, used for ornamental purposes; an object made from mother-of-pearl

Phrases & Collocations

mother-of-pearl sheen

mother-of-pearl inlay

mother-of-pearl buttons

mother-of-pearl luster

mother-of-pearl finish

mother-of-pearl jewelry

mother-of-pearl shell

with mother-of-pearl

mother-of-pearl trim

made of mother-of-pearl

Example Sentences

the necklace featured a delicate clasp of mother-of-pearl.

she admired the iridescent sheen of the mother-of-pearl buttons.

the inlay on the furniture was made of genuine mother-of-pearl.

he collected antique jewelry boxes with mother-of-pearl inlays.

the artist used mother-of-pearl dust to create a shimmering effect.

the lining of the box was a luxurious mother-of-pearl fabric.

she wore a vintage brooch with a large piece of mother-of-pearl.

the piano keys were adorned with intricate mother-of-pearl detailing.

the craftsman skillfully incorporated mother-of-pearl into the sculpture.

the bride carried a bouquet with ribbons accented with mother-of-pearl.

the shell's inner layer revealed a beautiful pattern of mother-of-pearl.

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