nigrescence
nigrescence · nigrescences
The process of becoming black or darkThe process of becoming black or dark; blackening.
/naɪˈɡrɛsəns/
Meaning
3 senses(countable, uncountable)The process of becoming black or dark; blackening.
(countable, uncountable)A dark complexion.
(countable, uncountable)Blackishness.
Origin
Mid 19th century. From Latin nigrescens, present active participle of nigrescō. By surfaceMid 19th century. From Latin nigrescens, present active participle of nigrescō. By surface analysis, Latin nigr(ēre) + -escence.
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Forms
plural: nigrescences| Singular | nigrescence |
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Word family
1 related wordsRelatednigrescent
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable