Complexion

Definition of Complexion

Com`plex´ion Pronunciation: kǒm`plĕk´shŭn

n.	1.	The state of being complex; complexity. Though the terms of propositions may be complex, yet . . . it is properly called a simple syllogism, since the complexion does not belong to the syllogistic form of it. - I. Watts.
	2.	A combination; a complex. This paragraph is . . . a complexion of sophisms. - Coleridge.
	3.	The bodily constitution; the temperament; habitude, or natural disposition; character; nature. If his complexion incline him to melancholy. - Milton. It is the complexion of them all to leave the dam. - Shak.
	4.	The color or hue of the skin, esp. of the face. Tall was her stature, her complexion dark. - Wordsworth. Between the pale complexion of true love, And the red glow of scorn and proud disdain. - Shak.
	5.	The general appearance or aspect; as, the complexion of the sky; the complexion of the news.

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