bluish

adjective

blu·​ish ˈblü-ish How to pronounce bluish (audio)
: somewhat blue : having a tinge of blue
bluishness noun

Examples of bluish in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Coughing weakly Cyanosis, or a bluish skin color Loss of consciousness Trouble breathing Causes Compression asphyxia happens if there's an external force that limits the ability of your chest to expand and for air to get into your lungs. Korin Miller, Health, 10 May 2024 Some common signs of an opioid overdose include small pupils; pale or bluish skin; vomiting or foaming at the mouth; slow or shallow breathing; or appearance of sleepiness or loss of consciousness, the organization said. Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 10 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for bluish 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bluish was in the 14th century

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“Bluish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bluish. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

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bluish

adjective
blu·​ish ˈblü-ish How to pronounce bluish (audio)
: somewhat blue

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