Complexions

/kəmˈplɛkʃənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of complexion: the natural color and appearance of a person's face, or a person's general appearance or character.

Etymology

From Old French complexion, from Latin complexio 'combination'. Originally meant the combination of bodily humors; expanded to mean visible appearance.

Kelly Says

The word 'complexion' started meaning your internal humors but gradually shifted to mean just your skin color—it's a perfect example of how words narrow their meaning over time!

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