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pearly
adjective \ˈpər-lē\
: having the shiny, white color of pearls
pearl·i·erpearl·i·est
Full Definition of PEARLY
1
: resembling, containing, or adorned with pearls or mother-of-pearl
2
: highly precious
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First Known Use of PEARLY
15th century
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pearly
adjective \ˈpər-lē\
pearl·i·erpearl·i·est
Definition of PEARLY for Kids
: resembling a pearl in color, shape, or luster <Small pearly clouds drifted … overhead. — Laura Ingalls Wilder, Little House on the Prairie>
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