parachrose

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

para- (false) +‎ Ancient Greek χρώς (khrṓs, colour)

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈpæɹ.ə.kɹoʊs/

Adjective[edit]

parachrose (not comparable)

  1. (mineralogy) Changing colour by exposure to weather.

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