Paris green
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.Par·is green
noun \ˈpa-rəs-\Definition of PARIS GREEN
1
: a very poisonous green copper and arsenic compound C4H6As6Cu4O16 used especially formerly as an insecticide and pigment
2
: a brilliant yellowish green
Origin of PARIS GREEN
Paris, France
First Known Use: 1868
Par·is green
noun \ˌpar-əs-\ (Medical Dictionary)Medical Definition of PARIS GREEN
: a very poisonous copper-based bright green powder Cu(C2H3O2)2·3Cu(AsO2)2 that is used as an insecticide and pigment
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