Corail (en. Coral)

/kɔʁal/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

The hard, calcified substance secreted by certain species of marine polyps.

Coral reefs host incredible biodiversity.

Les coraux des récifs abritent une biodiversité incroyable.

A type of pink-orange color, often used in jewelry.

She wears a coral necklace that attracts all the attention.

Elle porte un collier en corail qui attire tous les regards.

From Latin 'corallium', which is derived from Greek 'korallion'.

sea coral

A biological system made up of corals, essential for the marine ecosystem.

corail de mer

coral garden

A habitat zone concentrating many corals.

jardin de corail

polyp

Marine organism that builds coral colonies.

polype

reef

Underwater structure primarily formed by corals.

récif

biocomposite

Material produced by living organisms, of which corals are a part.

biocomposite

To have a beautiful color, often used to describe clothing or accessories.

This dress has a truly vibrant coral!

Cette robe a un corail vraiment éclatant!