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whiteness


white·ness

noun \ˈhwīt-nəs, ˈwīt-\

Definition of WHITENESS

1
: the quality or state of being white: as a : white color b : pallor, paleness c : freedom from stain : cleanness
2
: white substance

First Known Use of WHITENESS

before 12th century

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