chromophilous
|chro-mo-phil-ous|
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/kroʊˈmɒfɪləs/
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/krəʊˈmɒfɪləs/
color-loving
Etymology
Etymology Information
'chromophilous' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'khrōma' meaning 'color' and 'philos' meaning 'loving'.
Historical Evolution
'khrōma' and 'philos' combined to form the modern English word 'chromophilous'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'color-loving', and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having an affinity for stains or dyes'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having an affinity for stains or dyes, especially in biological tissues.
The chromophilous cells absorbed the dye quickly.
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Last updated: 2025/04/27 06:57