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Definition of ichor in English:

ichor

Pronunciation /ˈīkôr/ /ˈaɪkɔr/

noun

  • 1Greek Mythology
    The fluid that flows like blood in the veins of the gods.

    gore, lifeblood, vital fluid

  • 2archaic A watery discharge from a wound.

Origin

Mid 17th century from Greek ikhōr.