"rachel" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Rachel [alternative]
Etymology: From Rachel, the stage name adopted by Elisabeth Félix (?1820–58), Swiss-born French actress, with reference to her skin tone. Compare raschel. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} rachel (uncountable)
  1. A light tan colour, chiefly with reference to cosmetic powder. Wikipedia link: Rachel Félix Tags: uncountable
    Sense id: en-rachel-en-noun-Uk6jcw5T Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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