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plumbeous

Pronunciation: /ˈplʌmbɪəs/

Definition of plumbeous

adjective

  • of or like lead.
  • Ornithology of the dull grey colour of lead.

Origin:

late 16th century: from Latin plumbeus 'leaden' (from plumbum 'lead') + -ous

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