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Glaucous

Part of Speech: Adjective

Senses:

1. Of a pale blue or greyish color; resembling the color of the sea on a cloudy day.
2. Botany: Covered with a whitish or bluish waxy coating that gives a frosted appearance.

Popular Usage:

The glaucous sky provided a beautiful backdrop for the sunset.

She painted her bedroom walls a glaucous shade of blue.

Local Usage:

In coastal regions, the locals commonly use glaucous to describe the color of the sea.

The fruits of this particular plant have a glaucous coating, which is admired by the locals.

Sample Sentences:

1. The glaucous ribbon of the river wound through the valley.
2. The leaves of the succulent plant appeared glaucous due to the protective wax.
3. The glaucous hue of the mountains created a serene and peaceful atmosphere.
4. She had never seen such a glaucous shade of green before.

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