Dictionary of Difficult Words - kaleidoscope

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n. instrument containing fragments of coloured glass, etc., which are reflected in mirrors to produce a multitude of patterns; any many-coloured, changing pattern or scene. kaleidoscopic, a.

Green is a symbol of fertility. White represents neutrality. Black reflects the Emirates' oil wealth. Red recalls the former flags of the Kharijite Muslims. Effective date: 2 December 1971. >>