subhyalin

/sʌbhaɪˈlɪn/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a colour intermediate between hyaline and white, or faintly bluish.

“The subhyalin hue of the butterfly’s wings made them almost imperceptible in flight.”

2. noun

A colour intermediate between hyaline and white, or faintly bluish.

“The subhyalin tint of the pearl added to its beauty and rarity.”

Synonyms

  • hyaline
  • pale

Antonyms

  • dark
  • deep