blue-green
UK: ˌbluːˈɡriːn | US: ˌbluːˈɡriːn
adj. having a color intermediate between blue and green
n. a color that is a blend of blue and green
The term "blue-green" is a straightforward compound formed by combining the words "blue" and "green," both of which originate from Old English. "Blue" derives from Old English "blǣwen," influenced by Old Norse "blár," while "green" comes from Old English "grēne," related to the verb "growan" (to grow). The compound reflects a logical blending of colors, commonly used to describe hues in nature (e.g., water, foliage) or synthetic pigments.
The artist mixed blue and yellow to create a perfect blue-green shade.
The ocean appeared blue-green under the midday sun.
She painted her room in a calming blue-green tone.
The parrot’s feathers were a vibrant blue-green.
The gemstone exhibited a rare blue-green iridescence.