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Darkness

DAH-rknuhs

/ˈdɑːrknʌs/

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darkness

Dictionary meaning

A swarthy complexion.

Examples

  • They moved off into the darkness.
  • The powers of darkness.

Synonyms: duskiness, swarthiness

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