Paleness

created by Webster 1913
(definition) by Webster 1913 (print) Wed Dec 22 1999 at 1:46:14

Pale"ness (?), n.

The quality or condition of being pale; want of freshness or ruddiness; a sickly whiteness; lack of color or luster; wanness.

The blood the virgin's cheek forsook; A livid paleness spreads o'er all her look. Pope.

 

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