Definition
To appear unwell and pale, often suggesting nausea or sickness.
面色苍白
He was green around the gills as soon as he saw the operating room.
他一看到手术室就脸色苍白。
The seasickness made him look green around the gills.
晕船让他看起来脸色苍白。
She had too much to drink last night and looks green around the gills today.
她昨晚喝多了，今天看起来脸色苍白。