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English
Etymology
from Latin margarītifer, from margarīta (“pearl”) + ferre (“to bear”). Compare French margaritifère.
Pronunciation
Adjective
margaritiferous (comparative more margaritiferous, superlative most margaritiferous)
- (zoology, arhaic) Producing pearls.
- Synonym: pearly
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