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iridescent

UK/.iri'desәnt/US
GREC2

Definitions

adj.

Displaying a shimmering, rainbow-like play of colors that shift with the angle of light.

彩虹色的,闪着七彩光的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
iridroot
+
escentsuffix
=iridescent

Common Collocations

  • 1.iridescent feathers彩虹色的羽毛
  • 2.iridescent colors彩虹色的颜色

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The iridescent coating on the car paint gives it an eye-catching appearance.

  • 2.

    Birds with iridescent plumage use their brilliant colors to attract mates.

  • 3.

    She wore an iridescent fabric that seemed to change color with every movement.

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