Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for ACH-RO'MA-TISM
ACH-RO'MA-TISM, n. [Gr. α privative and χρωμα, color.]
- [1844] The destruction of the primary colors, which accompany the image of an object seen through a prism or lens. – Brande.
- [1841] The state of being achromatic. Brewster.
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