coral

• Описывает цвет, который является розовато-оранжевым, напоминающим морское беспозвоночное — коралл.

Describes a color that is a pinkish-orange, resembling the marine invertebrate coral.

1. Color descriptionB1formal

   Describing a shade that ranges from a strong pink to a yellowish-pink, reminiscent of the marine invertebrate.

   Коралловый

   • She wore a beautiful coral dress to the party.
   • The sunset painted the sky in coral and orange hues.
   • The living room walls were painted a soft coral color.

   Синонимыpeachsalmon

• Существительное, обозначающее морское беспозвоночное животное, образующее твердый каменистый скелет, часто разнообразной формы и цвета, являющееся ключевым компонентом экосистем рифов.

A noun referring to a marine invertebrate animal that forms a hard, stony skeleton, often in a variety of shapes and colors, and is a key component of reef ecosystems.

1. Marine invertebrateB1formalscientific

   A marine colonial polyp characterized by a calcareous skeleton; masses in a variety of shapes often forming reefs.

   Морской беспозвоночный

   • The coral reef is home to thousands of marine species.
   • Divers explored the vibrant coral formations.
   • Climate change threatens the survival of coral ecosystems.

2. Skeletal material for jewelryB2formal

   The hard stony skeleton of a Mediterranean coral that has a delicate red or pink color and is used for jewelry.

   Коралл

   • She wore a necklace made of polished coral.
   • The artisan carved a pendant from red coral.
   • Coral jewelry has been prized for centuries.

3. A2formal

   A variable color averaging a deep pink.

   Коралловый

   • The walls were painted a soft coral shade.
   • She chose a coral dress for the summer party.
   • The sunset displayed beautiful coral hues.

4. C1formalculinary

   Unfertilized lobster roe; reddens in cooking; used as garnish or to color sauces.

   Коралл (икра омара)

   • The chef garnished the dish with coral.
   • Coral adds a rich flavor and color to seafood sauces.
   • Lobster coral is considered a delicacy in some cuisines.