swarthy
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adjective \ˈswȯr-thē, -thē\swar·thi·erswar·thi·est
Definition of SWARTHY
: of a dark color, complexion, or cast
— swar·thi·ness noun
See Examples of SWARTHY
- <a dark-eyed, swarthy young man with killer looks>
Origin of SWARTHY
alteration of obsolete swarty, from swart
First Known Use: 1587
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