Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
greying
verb
/ˈɡreɪɪŋ/
Definition
The process of becoming grey in color, typically due to aging or the loss of pigment in hair.
Examples
- As he reached his fifties, he started noticing greying hair.
- The greying landscape in winter made the scenery look melancholic.
Meaning
Greying refers to the change that occurs as one ages, particularly when hair loses its natural color and turns grey. This can also refer to objects or environments becoming less colorful.
Synonyms
- graying
- aging
- silvering
