chlorophyll
What is the opposite of chlorophyll? Here is what we hold, with its meaning and related words.
Noun — The green pigment in plants that captures sunlight and powers photosynthesis.
How to use chlorophyll
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
chlorophyll molecule
rich in chlorophyll
chlorophyll production
Etymology
From French chlorophylle, built from Greek khlōros ("pale green") and phyllon ("leaf").
Full origin of chlorophyll →Frequently asked questions
What does “chlorophyll” mean?
The word “chlorophyll” means the green pigment in plants that captures sunlight and powers photosynthesis. In plain terms, the pigment that makes plants green and lets them turn sunlight into energy.
How do you pronounce “chlorophyll”?
“Chlorophyll” is pronounced KLAW-ruh-fihl (/ˈklɔɹ.ə.fɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “chlorophyll” in a sentence?
Here is “chlorophyll” used in a sentence: “Leaves turn green because of the chlorophyll inside their cells.”
What part of speech is “chlorophyll”?
“Chlorophyll” is a noun.
Where does the word “chlorophyll” come from?
The word “chlorophyll” comes from French. From French chlorophylle, built from Greek khlōros ("pale green") and phyllon ("leaf").
