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ivory Definition and Meaning in English (ivory definition)

noun
Quick Answer • Definition

Ivory definition: A hard, white substance forming the main part of the tusks of an elephant, hippopotamus, or walrus, often used for carving or making decorative objects.

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Definitions of Ivory

  1. 1noun

    A hard, white substance forming the main part of the tusks of an elephant, hippopotamus, or walrus, often used for carving or making decorative objects.

  2. 2noun

    A creamy-white color, resembling the natural color of ivory.

  3. 3adjective

    Having the creamy-white color of ivory.

Example Sentences

casual

“The antique piano keys were made of real ivory.”

casual

“She painted the walls a soft ivory color.”

formal

“The illegal ivory trade threatens elephant populations worldwide.”

Inflected Word Forms

pluralivories
adjectiveivory-white
adjectiveivory-colored

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

ivory toweridiom

A state of privileged seclusion or detachment from the practicalities and hardships of the real world.

tickle the ivoriesidiom

To play the piano.

Frequently Asked Questions: Ivory in English

What is the meaning of Ivory in English?▼
Ivory definition: A hard, white substance forming the main part of the tusks of an elephant, hippopotamus, or walrus, often used for carving or making decorative objects.
How do you translate 'Ivory' to English?▼
'Ivory' translates to 'ivory' in English. Ivory definition: A hard, white substance forming the main part of the tusks of an elephant, hippopotamus, or walrus, often used for carving or making decorative objects.
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