Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
graying
verb
/ˈɡreɪ.ɪŋ/
Definition
The process of turning gray, especially in relation to hair as one ages.
Examples
- As people age, their hair starts graying.
- She noticed the graying of her hair when she reached her forties.
- He isn’t worried about graying; he believes it adds character.
Meaning
Graying refers to the natural change in pigmentation that occurs in hair, skin, or other areas, often associated with aging.
Synonyms
- whitening
- aging
- silvering