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Definition complexion in British English

complexion noun

noun
/kəmˈplekʃ(ə)n/
1

the appearance of the skin on someone's face, and whether it is pale, dark, smooth etc

Example

an oily complexion

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2

the typical features of something such as an organization, process, or activity

Example

The influx of foreign players has changed the whole complexion of British football.

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Definition complexion in British English