This is the 8778th most frequent Dutch word.
ivoren
"Ivoren" means "ivory" or "made of ivory" in English.
In this sentence, 'ivoren' is used as an adjective describing the collection made of ivory.
De jager toonde zijn ivoren verzameling.
The hunter displayed his ivory collection.
Here, 'ivoren' is metaphorically employed to describe an isolated state characterized by intellectual pursuits.
De ivoren toren van de filosoof is moeilijk te bereiken.
The ivory tower of the philosopher is difficult to reach.
In this example, 'ivoren' once again functions as an adjective, describing the material of the pendant being ivory.