unpearled

/ˌʌnˈpɛəld, ˌʌnˈpɛərld/

Definitions

1. adjective

not yet separated from or opened by the removal of a pearl or pearls

“The unpearled oysters were carefully placed into the ocean to allow them to grow.”

2. noun

an unopened or unseparated pearl or pearls

“The unpearled oyster was prized for its potential to produce a large and valuable pearl.”

Synonyms

  • separated
  • unopened

Antonyms

  • opened
  • pearled