precious coral

American  

noun

1. red coral.

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precious coral British  

noun

1. another name for red coral

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Etymology

Origin of precious coral

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

There is already huge concern about the Great Barrier Reef off the Queensland coast, where precious corals have been killed by pollution and coral-eating starfish.

From BBC

"This is a game-changing proposal that will permanently protect the area's precious corals, marine life and vital habitats," said Brad Sewell, director of fisheries and U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

The Straits, an equally vital body of water that's home to some of the world's most precious coral reefs, separates Havana and Key West, Florida, by a mere 90 miles.

From Time

One of the big concerns is the potential loss of Los Roques' unique marine life, including its precious corals, which are already under assault from global warming.

From Time

It is the most widely traded and valuable of all precious corals but has no international protection, resulting in a brisk international trade in the species, the group claims.

From The Guardian