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Complexion Definition & Meaning

complexion
noun
  1. the coloring of a person's face
  2. a combination that results from coupling or interlinking; "diphthongs are complexions of vowels"
  3. a point of view or general attitude or inclination; "he altered the complexion of his times"; "a liberal political complexion"
  4. texture and appearance of the skin of the face
  5. (obsolete) a combination of elements (of dryness and warmth or of the four humors) that was once believed to determine a person's health and temperament
verb
  1. give a certain color to; "The setting sun complexioned the hills"

"Complexion" in song lyrics

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  • "Complexion"
    Akinyele f/ Complexion, Lissette — Ak Da Hoe
  • "Other girls stressing on hair and their complexion"
    Aspektz — I Love Your Style
  • "Flexin, schemin on the carmel complexion"
    The Beatnuts — World's Famous

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Frequently asked questions

What does complexion mean?
the coloring of a person's face a combination that results from coupling or interlinking; "diphthongs are complexions of vowels" a point of view or general attitude or inclination; "he altered the complexion of his times"; "a liberal political complexion" texture and appearance of the skin of the face (obsolete) a combination of elements (of dryness and warmth or of the four humors) that was once believed to determine a person's health and temperament give a certain color to
What part of speech is complexion?
Complexion is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does complexion have?
Complexion has 6 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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