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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The process of becoming black or dark; blackening. countable, uncountable
2. 2
   A dark complexion. countable, uncountable
3. 3
   Blackishness. countable, uncountable

Synonyms

All synonyms

albescenceblackebonysable

Etymology

Mid 19th century. From Latin nigrescens, present active participle of nigrescō.

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