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Nacre

Definition:

Nacre refers to the iridescent substance that forms the inner layer of mollusk shells, especially oysters and abalones. It is also known as mother-of-pearl.

Senses:

Noun:

Sense 1:

The shiny substance that lines the inside of a mollusk shell.

Example sentence: The jewelry maker used nacre to create a stunning mother-of-pearl pendant.

Sense 2:

The lustrous coating found on the pearls produced by certain mollusks.

Example sentence: The nacre on the surface of the pearl gave it a shimmering glow.

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