Blue-green
Pronunciation: /ˈbɫu- ˈɡɹin/
Blue-green (adjective)
- having a color that is a mix of blue and green.
Examples
- The ocean had a beautiful blue-green hue.
- She painted her room a calming blue-green shade.
Common collocations: blue-green color, blue-green eyes, blue-green water, blue-green algae, blue-green bloom
Blue-green (noun)
- a type of bacteria that can perform photosynthesis, often found in water.
Examples
- Blue-green can be harmful in large quantities.
- Scientists study blue-green to understand its effects.