mother-of-pearl
noun
UK/ˌmʌð.ə.rəvˈpɜːl/
US/ˌmʌð.ɚ.əvˈpɝːl/
Definitions of mother-of-pearl noun
- Uncountable(不可数名词)
A hard, iridescent substance that forms the inner layer of certain mollusk shells. It is typically white with a shimmering, colorful appearance and is often used for making buttons and decorative items.
珠母；珠母贝
The shop is renowned for selling exquisite jewelry inlaid with mother-of-pearl.
这家店以销售镶嵌珍珠母的精美珠宝而闻名。
The antique box was adorned with delicate mother-of-pearl inlays.
这个古董盒子上装饰着精致的珍珠母镶嵌。
She wore a silk blouse embellished with mother-of-pearl buttons.
她穿着一件点缀着珍珠母纽扣的丝绸上衣。