xanthochroism

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xanthochroism [zænˈθɒkrəʊˌɪzəm]

(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Zoology) a condition in certain animals, esp aquarium goldfish, in which all skin pigments other than yellow and orange disappear

[from Greek xanthokhro(os) yellow-skinned (from xanthos yellow + khroia skin) + -ism]

Xanthochroism

the condition of belonging to the Caucasian race and having fair skin and blond hair. — Xanthochroi, Xanthocroid, n. — Xanthochroic, Xanthocroid, adj.

See also: Race

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