blue-green

[ bloo-green ]

noun

1. a color about midway between blue and green in the spectrum.

Word History and Origins

Origin of blue-green¹

First recorded in 1850–55

Example Sentences

The deep, warm blue-green of teal is a colour that he most associates with Brussels.

From BBC

Under certain conditions, blue-green algae can become abundant in warm, shallow, undisturbed, nutrient-rich surface waters that receive a lot of sunlight.

From BBC

The blue-green algae, known as cyanobacteria, is a natural part of the ecosystem but can rapidly grow under certain conditions, including warm temperatures and calm water.

From Los Angeles Times

Some volunteer river clean-up events have been postponed as, similar to some other waterways in Northern Ireland, blue-green algae has emerged.

From BBC

When BBC News NI visited Antrim Lough Shore Park on Thursday, a number of people voiced their displeasure at the blue-green algae levels.

From BBC

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