Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
glaucous
Adjective
‘glɔː.kɪs
Definition
Having a bluish-green or grayish color; covered with a fine, whitish, waxy coating that gives it a dull or frosted appearance.
Examples
- The glaucous leaves of the plant stood out against the dark soil.
- We discovered a glaucous berry on our hike through the forest.
- The glaucous surface of the cabbage catered to the eye with its unusual beauty.
Meaning
The term glaucous is often used to describe the color of certain plants, fruits, or surfaces that have a unique bluish or grayish hue, often with a powdery or waxy texture.
Synonyms
- bluish
- grayish
- frosted
- misty
