nigrescence

Meaning

  1. (countable, uncountable) The process of becoming black or dark; blackening.
  2. (countable, uncountable) A dark complexion.
  3. (countable, uncountable) Blackishness.

Pronounced as (IPA)
/naɪˈɡrɛsəns/
Etymology

Mid 19th century. From Latin nigrescens, present active participle of nigrescō.

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