xanthous

adjective

xan·​thous
ˈzan(t)thəs
1
: having yellowish, red, auburn, or brown hair
2
: marked by yellow coloration
a xanthous tumor

Word History

Etymology

xanth- + -ous

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“Xanthous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/xanthous. Accessed 9 Dec. 2024.

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