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Etymology · Ancient Greek

ξηρός

4 English words descend from Ancient Greek ξηρός, most common first.

xeroxA xerograph (copy).
xeri-dry; arid.
xero-dry; dryness
xeroderma pigmentosumA rare genetic disorder in which DNA damaged by ultraviolet light is not repaired and the skin becomes sensitive to such light, in which a skin cancer can subsequently develop.