aithochroi

/ˌaɪθoʊˈkrɔɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A person with fair or light hair; a fair-haired person

“The aithochroi were often seen in ancient Greek art and literature as representing nobility.”

2. adjective

Having fair or light hair

“The aithochroi characteristics of the ancient Greek population have been extensively studied by historians.”

Synonyms

  • blonde
  • fair-haired

Antonyms

  • dark-haired