ivory
Pronunciation: [ˈaɪvəri]
Word
Context: "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.
Example
The artist carved a beautiful sculpture out of ivory.
Example
Today, making items from ivory is not allowed because it harms elephants.
Example
What types of things can be made from ivory?
Context: "color"
(adjective) a shade of white that is slightly yellowish. It looks like the color of ivory material.
Example
She wore a lovely dress that was an elegant ivory color.
Example
The walls were painted bright white, not an ivory shade.
Example
Can you find me something in ivory instead of white?
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