Definition of Xanthochroi
1. n. pl. A division of the Caucasian races, comprising the lighter-colored members.
2. n. pl. A division of the Caucasian races, comprising the lighter-colored members.
Medical Definition of Xanthochroi
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A division of the Caucasian races, comprising the lighter-coloured members. "The Xanthochroi, or fair whites, . . . Are the prevalent inhabitants of Northern Europe, and the type may be traced into North Africa, and eastward as far as Hindostan." (Tylor)
Origin: NL. See Xanthochroic.
Source: Websters Dictionary
(01 Mar 1998)
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