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swarthy definition

swarthy (swôr′t̸hē, -t̸hē)

adjective swarthier swarth′i·er, swarthiest swarth′i·est

having a dark complexion

Etymology: < dial. swarth, var. of swart + -y

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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