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swart

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Main Entry: swart

Pronunciation: \ˈswȯrt\

Function: adjective

Etymology: Middle English, from Old English sweart; akin to Old High German swarz black, Latin sordes dirt

Date: before 12th century

1 a : swarthy b archaic : producing a swarthy complexion
2 : baneful, malignant

— swart·ness noun

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