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opalesce

American  
[oh-puh-les] / ˌoʊ pəˈlɛs /

verb (used without object)

opalesced, opalescing

  1. to exhibit a play of colors like that of the opal.

Etymology

Origin of opalesce

First recorded in 1810–20; back formation from opalescent

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An infinite Resignedness Rains where the white Mists opalesce In the moon-shower....

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