White
/ˈwaɪt/ adjective C2- Bright and colourless; reflecting equal quantities of all frequencies of visible light. · Write in black ink on white paper.
- Of or relating to Europeans or those of European descent, regardless if their skin has cool or warm undertones.
- Of or relating to Caucasians (people with white complexion and European ancestry).
- By U.S. Census Bureau definition, of or relating to people hailing from Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
- Designated for use by Caucasians. · white drinking fountain· white hospital
- Relatively light or pale in colour. · white wine· white grapes
- Pale or pallid, as from fear, illness, etc.
- Lacking coloration (tan) from ultraviolet light; not tanned.
Phrasal verbs and expressions
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It was gingham, with checks of white and blue; and although the blue was somewhat faded with many washings, it was still a pretty frock.
She took a little basket and filled it with bread from the cupboard, laying a white cloth over the top.
Besides, you have white in your frock, and only witches and sorceresses wear white.”
“My dress is blue and white checked,” said Dorothy, smoothing out the wrinkles in it.
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