pearls

pearls · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Hard, lustrous spherical masses formed within the shells of oysters or other mollusks, highly prized as gems.

  2. 2.

    (Figurative) Wise or valuable pieces of advice or information.

  3. 3.

    Things resembling pearls in shape or appearance.

Related words

See also: jewelry, necklace, pearl
Synonyms: gems, jewels

Etymology

From Latin perla meaning "pearl," possibly from perna (leg, ham) due to the leg-shaped shell of some mollusks.