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argyria

/ˈɑːrdʒɪriə/ noun · British & US
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What does argyria mean?

noun

A condition characterized by the deposition of silver or silver compounds in the skin, resulting in a bluish-gray discoloration. This condition is often caused by the inhalation of silver dust or other silver particles.

Example

"The artist's skin had turned a bluish-gray due to years of working with silver without proper protection, a condition known as argyria."

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