hyalolith

/haɪ.əˈlɔɪθ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fossilized bead or ornament made from the nacreous layer of a mollusk shell, typically from a scallop or other bivalve.

“The archaeologist studied the various artifacts, including a hyalolith pendant found in the ancient burial site.”

Synonyms

  • nacre bead
  • shell bead

Antonyms

  • stone bead