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xanthous


Meanings
  • adjective

    A yellow color, resembling the color of ripe corn or autumn leaves.

    - "The sun sets, casting an xanthous glow over the landscape."
    - "The autumn leaves turn xanthous as they fall from the trees."

Variants
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Xanthus
Etymology
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From the Greek word ξάνθος (xánthos), meaning 'yellow'.


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  1. Xanthous is a color that is often used in art and design to convey a sense of warmth and sunshine.

  2. In the ancient Greek language, the word ξάνθος (xánthos) was also used to describe someone with yellow hair.


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  1. xanthic: Related to or having the color xanthous.


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Xanthous is a color often associated with autumn, sunsets, and ripe fruits. In Greek mythology, the god Helios is described as having xanthous hair.

How to Memorize "xanthous"

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    - Visualize the color xanthous by imagining a sunset or autumn leaves.

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