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coral
1[kawr-uhl, kor-]
noun
the hard, variously colored, calcareous skeleton secreted by certain marine polyps.
such skeletons collectively, forming reefs, islands, etc.
the solitary or colonial polyp that secretes this calcareous skeleton.
a reddish yellow; light yellowish red; pinkish yellow.
the unimpregnated roe or eggs of the lobster that when boiled take on the color of red coral.
something made of coral, as an ornament, piece of jewelry, or a child's toy.
adjective
made of coral.
a coral reef; coral ornamentation.
making coral.
a coral polyp.
resembling coral, especially in color; yellowish-red.
Coral
2[kawr-uhl, kor-]
noun
a female given name.
coral
/ ˈɒə /
noun
any marine mostly colonial coelenterate of the class Anthozoa having a calcareous, horny, or soft skeleton See also stony coral sea fan
the calcareous or horny material forming the skeleton of certain of these animals
( as modifier ) See also red coral
a coral reef
a rocklike aggregation of certain of these animals or their skeletons, forming an island or reef
( as modifier )
a coral island
an object made of coral, esp a piece of jewellery
( as modifier )
a coral necklace
a deep-pink to yellowish-pink colour
( as adjective )
coral lipstick
the roe of a lobster or crab, which becomes pink when cooked
coral
Any of numerous small, sedentary cnidarians (coelenterates) of the class Anthozoa. Corals often form massive colonies in shallow sea water and secrete a cup-shaped skeleton of calcium carbonate, which they can retreat into when in danger. Corals are related to the sea anemones and have stinging tentacles around the mouth opening that are used to catch prey.
A hard, stony substance consisting of the skeletons of these animals. It is typically white, pink, or reddish and can form large reefs that support an abundance of ocean fish.
Other 51Թ Forms
- corallike adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of coral1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of coral1
Example Sentences
Aerial images show forest loss and sediment run-off into waters that are home to biodiverse coral reefs.
In some parts of the world - including Australia, the US and the Pacific - marine heatwaves can destroy coral reefs or local fisheries, as well as vital seagrass meadows.
The scientific study took place in the summer of 2023, when temperatures shot up in the oceans, leading to large swathes of coral turning white.
Insects are invertebrates, as are jellyfish and other marine animals like sea sponges and corals that have also been researched for their cyborg potential.
Similarly, the living room’s coral, pink and green wallpaper, the den’s bold blue and yellow stripes, and the red pattern-filled speakeasy lounge are delightful surprises that keep you guessing what’s next.
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