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blue
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baby blue
powder blue
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Meaning of Cyan
The primary meaning of the word "Cyan" is a greenish-blue color.
Definitions
- A greenish-blue color, typically a bright, vivid shade
- * In chemistry, a cyan compound contains the cyanide group
Etymology of Cyan
The word "Cyan" originates from the Greek word "kyanos", meaning "dark blue" or "blue"
Historically, the term was used to describe a blue pigment, and its usage has evolved to encompass a range of blue-green colors
Example Uses
- The bright cyan color of the tropical waters was stunning
- * The artist mixed cyan and yellow to create a unique shade of green
- * The company's logo features a bold, cyan font