nacreous

/ˈneɪ.kɹi.əs/

NEꞮ · kɹi · əs (3 syllables)

English Adj
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Definition

Of, or resembling nacre (mother of pearl).

Etymology

From nacre + -ous.

Example Sentences

  • "They are covered with a smooth, safe, nacreous layer to let them slip, pearllike, from our souls without real pain."
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