"pinko-grey" meaning in English

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Adjective

Forms: more pinko-grey [comparative], most pinko-grey [superlative]
Etymology: From pinko + grey. Etymology templates: {{com|en|pinko|grey}} pinko + grey Head templates: {{en-adj}} pinko-grey (comparative more pinko-grey, superlative most pinko-grey)
  1. Of a colour between pink and grey; specifically, pertaining to Caucasian skin.
    Sense id: en-pinko-grey-en-adj-tj5Q79fl Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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