complexions

noun

texture and appearance of the skin of the face

a point of view or general attitude or inclination

a combination that results from coupling or interlinking

the coloring of a person's face

(obsolete) a combination of elements (of dryness and warmth or of the four humors) that was once believed to determine a person's health and temperament

verb

give a certain color to

Roots

plectoplex- · Latin · weave, braid

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