Meaning of poliosis in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌpɒlɪˈəʊsɪs/

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  1. Noun

    poliosis

    Etymology

    early 19th century; earliest use found in John Mason Good (1764–1827), physician and surgeon. From post-classical Latin poliosis from ancient Greek πολιός grey (related to πελιός dark bluish grey) + post-classical Latin -osis

    Definitions

    1. loss of color from the hair

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