ichor

noun

\ ˈī-ˌkȯr

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, -kər \

Definition of ichor

1 : a thin watery or blood-tinged discharge

2 : an ethereal fluid taking the place of blood in the veins of the ancient Greek gods

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Recent Examples on the Web Talos was eventually deactivated by the witch Medea, who (in one version of the myth) removed a bronze rivet on his ankle and drained out the ichor that powered his movement. — Peter Thonemann, WSJ, "‘Gods and Robots’ Review: Men, Myths and Machines," 7 Dec. 2018

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“Ichor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ichor. Accessed 19 Apr. 2021.

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ichor

noun

\ ˈī-ˌkȯ(ə)r

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Medical Definition of ichor

: a thin watery or blood-tinged discharge (as from an ulcer) — compare sanies

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