Coral

/ˈkɔːrəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A marine invertebrate animal that typically lives in colonies, forming coral reefs.

The Great Barrier Reef is one of the most famous coral reefs in the world.

The hard, stony structure produced by coral polyps, often used in jewelry or decoration.

She wore a beautiful necklace made of red coral.

A color ranging between pink and orange, reminiscent of the color of certain corals.

The room was painted in a soft coral shade that complemented the furniture.

adjective

Of a color resembling coral, especially in shades of pinkish-orange.

She chose a coral dress for the summer party.

Middle English, from Latin 'corallium', from Greek 'korallion'.

coral reef:

An underwater ecosystem formed by coral polyps.

coral pink:

A shade of pinkish-red color.

To decorate brightly or flamboyantly.

They decided to coral up the room for the party.

Something precious or valuable.

That old ring is a coral piece.