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ochreous

/ˈɒkriːəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does ochreous mean?

adjective

Having a colour like ochre; reddish-yellow or brownish-yellow. Having a dull, yellowish-brown colour.

Example

"The ochreous hue of the sunset was breathtaking."

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