cupreous

English

Etymology

From Latin cupreus, from cuprum (copper).

Noun

cupreous (uncountable)

  1. A reddish-brown color, like that of polished copper.
    cupreous colour:  

Adjective

cupreous (comparative more cupreous, superlative most cupreous)

  1. Of or of the nature of copper.
  2. (chemistry) Containing copper.
  3. Of a reddish-brown color, like that of polished copper.

Synonyms

Derived terms

  • cupreo-

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