XANTHOCHROID

Etymology

From Xanthochroi.

Adjective

xanthochroid (comparative more xanthochroid, superlative most xanthochroid)

(anthropology) Pertaining to the Xanthochroi; having fair hair and a pale complexion.

Noun

xanthochroid (plural xanthochroids)

(anthropology) A member of the Xanthochroi.

Source: Wiktionary


Xan"tho*chroid, a. [See under Xanthrochroic, -oid.] (Ethnol.)

Definition: Having a yellowish or fair complexion. -- n.

Definition: A person having xanthochroid traits.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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