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Definition of pearl shoal

pearl shoal

Plural:pearl shoals
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1

A shallow area in a sea or other body of water where pearl-producing oysters are naturally abundant and can be harvested.

Example

"Historically, the local economy relied heavily on the divers who braved the coastal pearl shoals to harvest the valuable gems."

2

A type of scenic geological formation consisting of a gently sloping tufa deposit covered by a thin sheet of rapidly flowing water that resembles scattered pearls, most famously located in Jiuzhaigou Valley, China.

Example

"Tourists often marvel at the Pearl Shoal, where the rushing water catches the sunlight and glitters brightly before cascading over the falls."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pearl shoal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pearl-shoal
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