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cyan

Pronunciation: /ˈsʌɪən/
Definition of cyan

noun

[mass noun]
  • a greenish-blue colour which is one of the primary subtractive colours, complementary to red.

Origin:

late 19th century: from Greek kuaneos 'dark blue'

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