variegated
adjective
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The Colorful History of Variegated
Variegated has been adding color to our language since the 17th century. It is used in botany to describe the presence of two or more colors in the leaves, petals, or other parts of plants, and it also appears in the names of some animals (such as the variegated cutworm). It can be used by the general speaker to refer to anything marked with different colors ("a variegated silk robe," for instance) or to things that are simply various and diverse ("a variegated collection"). Variegated has a variety of relatives in English—it is ultimately derived from the Latin root varius, meaning "varied," which also gave us vary, various, and variety.
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Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024
Because variegated leaves contain less chlorophyll–something a plant that isn't getting enough light can't afford.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024
Types of Holly Used in Holiday Decor Two main types of holly with red berries shine in winter floral arrangements, wreaths and garlands, and Christmas centerpieces to bring the outside in with red, green and, in the variegated types, gold.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2024
Tune into nature Photo: Nils Timm Channel natural elements by adding a variegated Ceppo di Gris into the surround.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Variegated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/variegated. Accessed 7 Jan. 2025.
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