Word: pearlescent
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: pearl
es
cent
Definition: pearl-like, either in color or luster.
Morphemes:
Affix: pearl
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To resemble pearl or pearls.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: perna
Language: la
Decoded: perna
Meaning: haunch; a marine bivalve shaped like a leg of lamb
Affix: -escent
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: resembling