Melanochroi

/ (ˌmɛləˈnɒkrəʊˌaɪ) /

pl n

a postulated subdivision of the Caucasoid race, characterized by dark hair and pale complexion

Derived forms of Melanochroi

Melanochroid (ˌmɛləˈnɒkrɔɪd), adjective

Word Origin for Melanochroi

C19: New Latin (coined by T. H. Huxley), from Greek, from melas dark + ōchros pale

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