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in·​di·​goid

Definition of indigoid

: related to or resembling indigo especially in chemical structure and dyeing properties the indigoid character of a blue pigment

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History and Etymology for indigoid

International Scientific Vocabulary indigo entry 1 + -oid

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“Indigoid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/indigoid. Accessed 16 May. 2022.

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