chlorophyll
Translation
chlorophyll
Examples
Chlorophyll is the pigment that makes plants green.
Chlorophyll is the pigment that makes plants green.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) the green pigment in plants. Chlorophyll is the pigment that makes plants green.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pigment
Etymology
From Greek 'khlōros' (greenish-yellow) + 'phullon' (leaf). Literally 'green leaf'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'chloro' (like chlorine, associated with green) and 'phyll' (think of 'fill'ing a leaf with green color). Green leaf pigment.