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What is another word for Brown? – 102 Brown Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    tawny beige tan sienna umber sepia chestnut auburn golden honey caramel cinnamon nutmeg ginger sandy dusty muddy earthy terracotta clay russet mahogany walnut cocoa mocha taupe fawn sable umber

    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

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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