Oyster's gem Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Oyster's gem" leads us to the answer "PEARL".

Here is an explanation of why this clue has this answer:

1. Oyster: An oyster is a type of mollusk that produces pearls. Pearls are formed when an irritant, such as a piece of sand, gets inside an oyster's shell.
2. Gem: A gem refers to a precious or semi-precious stone that is highly valued for its beauty. Pearls, specifically those produced by oysters, are considered gems.

Therefore, the answer "PEARL" perfectly fits the clue "Oyster's gem" as it accurately describes the relationship between an oyster and the formation of a valuable gem, which in this case is the pearl.

Definition of "PEARL"

a hard, lustrous spherical mass, typically white or bluish-grey, formed within the shell of a pearl oyster or other bivalve mollusc and highly prized as a gem

Example :

a linen garment decorated with pearls

necklaces of amethyst and pearl

a pair of pearl earrings

 The Crossword clue "Oyster's gem" published 68 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Metro Quick	29 February 2024	PEARL
Mirror classic	13 February 2024	PEARL
New York Times	9 October 2023	PEARL
Evening Standard - Easy	19 April 2023	PEARL
Universal	13 December 2021	PEARL
7 Little Words	7 March 2021	PEARL
Mirror quick	12 January 2021	PEARL
Penny dell	19 September 2020	PEARL
Newsday.com	15 January 2019	PEARL
Family Time Crossword	7 November 2016	PEARL
L.A. Times Daily	20 July 2009	PEARL
The Guardian	29 April 2005	PEARL