pearly queen

British

noun

the female London costermonger whose ceremonial clothes display the most lavish collection of pearl buttons See also pearly

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Kylie Minogue appeared on stage dressed as a pearly queen It was a joint venture between the BBC and Gary Barlow, who co-wrote Sing, the official song for the Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2012

While Kylie Minogue - dressed as a pearly queen - was joined by street dance crew Flawless.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2012

Dame Shirley Bassey performed Diamonds are Forever, while Kylie Minogue - dressed as a pearly queen - was joined by street dance crew Flawless.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2012

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