brownish

[US]/ˈbraʊnɪʃ/
[UK]/ˈbraʊnɪʃ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. having a brownish color

Phrases & Collocations

brownish red

Example Sentences

The tomatillo is covered with a thin membrane, or calyx, that is a brownish orange color with purple veins.

very hard brown to brownish-red heartwood of a logwood tree;used in preparing a purplish red dye.

leaf blade abaxially whitish green, strigose, and with scattered brownish resinous dots, adaxially dark green and with cystolith hairs;

A large North American owl(Strix varia) having barred, brownish plumage across the breast, a streaked belly, and a strident, hooting cry.

A brownish-yellow oil obtained from the seeds of a tropical Asian shrub or small tree (Croton tiglium) and having a cathartic action too violent for human use.

The old book had turned a brownish color over time.

She found a brownish stain on her shirt.

The painting had a brownish tint to it.

He had a brownish complexion from spending so much time outdoors.

The river water had a brownish hue due to the recent rain.

She picked out a brownish dress for the party.

The brownish leaves crunched underfoot as she walked through the forest.

The dessert had a rich, brownish chocolate sauce drizzled on top.

He wore a brownish leather jacket to keep warm in the winter.

The brownish mud clung to her shoes after the hike.

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