Nacre: meaning, definitions and examples
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nacre
[ หneษชkษr ]
material quality
Nacre, often referred to as mother-of-pearl, is a smooth and iridescent substance produced by some mollusks. It is formed as a protective layer inside the shells of certain species, serving to coat and protect irritants that enter the shell. Nacre is primarily composed of aragonite and conchiolin, making it both durable and aesthetically pleasing. It is commonly used in jewelry and ornamentation due to its lustrous appearance. The unique layering of nacre also contributes to its structural resilience.
Synonyms
mother-of-pearl, pearl layer.
Examples of usage
- The necklace was adorned with beautiful nacre shells.
- Nacre gives pearls their stunning iridescence.
- They crafted stunning jewelry pieces using nacre.
Translations
Translations of the word "nacre" in other languages:
๐ต๐น madrepรฉrola
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฎเคฆเคฐเคชเคฐเฅเคฒ
๐ฉ๐ช Perlmutt
๐ฎ๐ฉ kerang mutiara
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะตัะปะฐะผััั
๐ต๐ฑ perลowy
๐ฏ๐ต ็็ ๆฏ่ฒ
๐ซ๐ท nacre
๐ช๐ธ nacar
๐น๐ท inci kabuฤu
๐ฐ๐ท ์๊ฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงููุคูุคุฉ ุงูุฃู
๐จ๐ฟ perleลฅ
๐ธ๐ฐ perleลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ็็ ๆฏ
๐ธ๐ฎ mutter
๐ฎ๐ธ perlum
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะผะฐัะถะฐะฝะดั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แแแฃแขแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ mรผcevher
๐ฒ๐ฝ madreperla
Etymology
The word 'nacre' originates from the Middle French term 'nacre', which is derived from the Latin word 'nacra', believed to have come from Arabic 'naqr' meaning 'to drill'. This history traces back to ancient civilizations that admired the beauty of what we now call mother-of-pearl found in the shells of marine mollusks. The term has evolved over centuries, maintaining its connection to the beautiful, iridescent layer that forms inside shells. Nacre has been used by cultures around the world for art and decoration, showcasing its enduring appeal through history.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #35,287, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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