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Meaning of Brown
The primary meaning of the word "Brown" is related to a color intermediate between red and yellow, or having a dark, earthy tone.
Definitions
- Of the color brown, or having a dark, earthy tone
- * (of soil, wood, or other materials) having a brown color due to age, decay, or other natural processes
- * (of a person's skin) having a dark, sun-tanned color
Etymology of Brown
The word "Brown" comes from Old English "brun", which is also the source of the Modern English word, and is related to the Old Norse "brunn", and Old High German "brun", all of which are thought to be derived from a Proto-Germanic word, and ultimately from a Proto-Indo-European root
Example Uses
- The brown bear climbed up the mountain
- * She wore a brown dress to the party
- * The brown color of the wood added warmth to the room