Ivory
Ivory is a hard, white material from the tusks and teeth of animals, that consists mainly of dentin, one of the physical structures of teeth and tusks. The chemical structure of the teeth and tusks of mammals is the same, regardless of the species of origin, but ivory contains structures of mineralised collagen. The trade in certain teeth and tusks other than elephant is well established and widespread; therefore, "ivory" can correctly be used to describe any mammalian teeth or tusks of commercial interest which are large enough to be carved or scrimshawed.
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- nounThe hard white form of dentin which forms the tusks of elephants, walruses and other animals.
- nounA creamy white color, the color of ivory.
- adjectiveMade of ivory.
- adjectiveResembling or having the colour of ivory.
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