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glaucous

Pronunciation: /ˈglɔːkəs/
Definition of glaucous

adjective

technical or literary
  • 1of a dull greyish-green or blue colour.
  • 2covered with a powdery bloom like that on grapes.

Origin:

late 17th century: via Latin from Greek glaukos + -ous

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