ivory-white

[ ahy-vuh-ree-hwahyt, -wahyt, ahy-vree- ]

adjective

1. of a creamy or yellowish white in color.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ivory-white¹

First recorded in 1585–95

Example Sentences

It wasn't just her ivory-white breastplate or silvery kirtle—she glowed softly from within, radiating a warm, comforting light that elevated her physical perfection to something on a higher plane.

From Literature

Wielding buckets of black paint and brushes, they blackwashed the ivory-white statues of saints and holy figures.

From Slate

Her ivory-white hair, long now from months without a cut, and her eyes — the crystalline blue-gray of a winter sky.

From Los Angeles Times

As evening thickened and lights were turned on, you could see inside where large mirrors hung on ivory-white walls and long curtains framed polished wood tables.

From Literature

Most poignant is a photo of a black nanny or nurse cradling an ivory-white baby—entrusted with caring for someone’s precious child but barred from enjoying equal freedoms after hours.

From Slate