Pearls

/pɜrlz/ noun

Definition

hard, lustrous objects produced by mollusks, valued as gems

Etymology

from Old French 'perle', possibly from Latin 'perna' meaning leg (referring to the shell shape)

Kelly Says

Pearls are nature's way of turning irritation into beauty - oysters coat annoying particles with layers of nacre!

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