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ər noun
1.
a hard, iridescent substance that forms the inner layer of certain mollusk shells, used for making buttons, beads, etc.; nacre.
adjective
2.
of or having the qualities of mother-of-pearl, as being iridescent or pearly: mother-of-pearl buttons.
Origin:
1500–10; compare Italian madreperla, obsolete French mère perle
1500–10; compare Italian madreperla, obsolete French mère perle
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| mother-of-pearl | |
| —n | |
| Also called: nacre a hard iridescent substance, mostly calcium carbonate, that forms the inner layer of the shells of certain molluscs, such as the oyster. It is used to make buttons, inlay furniture, etcRelated: nacreous | |
| Related: nacreous | |
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| mother-of-pearl
The hard, smooth, pearly layer on the inside of certain seashells, such as abalones and certain oysters. It is used to make buttons and jewelry. Also called nacre. |
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