pearlescent
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of pearlescent
1945–50; pearl + -escent, on the model of iridescent, opalescent, etc.
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“So many years I was an opening act for so many badass artists, incredible artists,” she says into her pearlescent mic, her voice drenched by the dulcet tone of deep gratitude.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 10, 2023
"We've spotted one shade, in particular, taking off. Oyster grey is the fresh, breezy, pearlescent colour trend that's cropping up all over Instagram," the article says.
From BBC ● Apr. 19, 2023
Since then, I've retained an adoration for good butter, ranging from Amish butter rolled in tidy, wax paper sleeves to goat's milk butter that is so fatty it's almost pearlescent.
From Salon ● Sep. 5, 2022
A jangling cord of pearlescent pink shells from Long Island.
From New York Times ● Aug. 25, 2022
This one’s painted in darkly pearlescent greens, blues, and blacks.
From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon
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