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Etymology · Ancient Greek

χιών

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

chioliteA tetragonal-ditetragonal dipyramidal mineral containing aluminum, fluorine, and sodium.
chion-snow
chionophileAny animal or plant that thrives in winter conditions, especially one that thrives in snow.
chionophobeAny plant that does not thrive in snowy conditions.