erythrism
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er·y·thrism

noun \ˈer-ə-ˌthri-zəm\

Definition of ERYTHRISM

: a condition marked by exceptional prevalence of red pigmentation (as in hair or feathers)
er·y·thris·tic \ˌer-ə-ˈthris-tik\ also er·y·thris·mal \-ˈthriz-məl\ adjective

First Known Use of ERYTHRISM

1864

er·y·thrism

noun \ˈer-ə-ˌthriz-əm\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of ERYTHRISM

: a condition marked by exceptional prevalence of red pigmentation (as in skin or hair)
er·y·thris·tic \ˌer-ə-ˈthris-tik\ also er·y·thris·mal \-ˈthriz-məl\ adjective

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