albocinereous
|al-bo-ci-ne-re-ous|
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/ˌælbəʊsɪˈnɪəriəs/
white and ash-gray
Etymology
Etymology Information
'albocinereous' originates from Latin, specifically the words 'albus' meaning 'white' and 'cinereus' meaning 'ash-gray'.
Historical Evolution
'albus' and 'cinereus' combined in Latin to form 'albocinereus', which eventually became the modern English word 'albocinereous'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'white and ash-gray', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a color that is a mix of white and ash-gray.
The albocinereous feathers of the bird blended perfectly with the cloudy sky.
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Last updated: 2025/06/13 23:51