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ChimeraIn Greek Mythology, the Chimera is a monstrous creature made of the parts of multiple animals. See Chimera. The term "chimera" or "chimeric" is often used metaphorically to describe things that have combined attributes from different sources. In genetics, for example, an organism or tissue created from two or more different genetic sources is called chimeric, as in transplant patients with organs from other donors. Most other usages are related to this metaphor. In music In science In art & design - In art & design, Chimera is a very pale purple or lavender color -- a term mainly used when referring to painting. Chimera, known as a base color, is made up of a mixture of two or more colors. Another base color is Magnolia, which is also a common color used to paint the walls of houses, etc. when they are first built.
- As a noun, Chimera means a grotesque product of the imagination.
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