Advertisement

Advertisement

chromatophil

[ kruh-mat-uh-fil, kroh-muh-tuh- ]

adjective

  1. Also chro·mato·philic, chro·ma·toph·i·lous [] chromophil ( def 1 ).


Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of chromatophil1

First recorded in 1880–85; chromato- + -phil

Advertisement

Word of the Day

tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

Meaning and examples

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement


chromatolysischromatophilia