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ivory

Prononciation : [ˈaɪvəri]

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Contexte : « material »

(noun) a hard, white substance that comes from the tusks and teeth of animals like elephants. It's often used to make beautiful objects like piano keys or jewelry.

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The artist carved a beautiful sculpture out of ivory.

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Today, making items from ivory is not allowed because it harms elephants.

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What types of things can be made from ivory?

Contexte : « color »

(adjective) a shade of white that is slightly yellowish. It looks like the color of ivory material.

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She wore a lovely dress that was an elegant ivory color.

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The walls were painted bright white, not an ivory shade.

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Can you find me something in ivory instead of white?

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