Definitions

1. noun

a small, rounded pearl or a beautiful or delicate thing, especially in art or literature.

“The painting contained several perles, delicate brushstrokes that shone like tiny jewels.”

2. noun

a small, usually round, and often white or light-colored mark or spot on the skin, especially one that appears on the face or neck.

“She tried to cover up the perle on her cheek with makeup.”

3. noun

a small, delicate, and often sparkling thing, such as a gem or a piece of jewelry.

“The perle on her necklace caught the light and sparkled like a tiny diamond.”