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Paris green

noun
Par·​is green | \ˈper-əs-, 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

First Known Use of Paris green

1868, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology for Paris green

Paris, France

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Paris green

noun
Par·​is green | \ˌpar-əs- \

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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