melasma

noun

Definition
a tan discoloration of a woman's face that is associated with pregnancy or with the use of oral contraceptives
Example
The word 'melasma' is often used in everyday conversation.
Synonyms
chloasma
Etymology
No etymology available.

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Palindrome
No
Compound Word
No
Proper Noun
No
Rare
No
Archaic
No
Obsolete
No
Slang
No
Vowels
3
Consonants
4
Length
7

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