brown
noun
a dark tertiary color with a yellowish or reddish hue.
brownness
-
a word derived from
brown.
Example Sentences
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Instead, the show revolves around a series of loose themes, such as in-between states, conceptions of brownness and the Chicanx figure in Pop.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 2, 2024
She continued: “The really exciting thing is all these different types of brown people who have very different experiences of brownness because of class, or upbringing.”
From New York Times ● May 11, 2023
His worst nightmare comes true when he arrives at college to three South Asian suitemates who are unapologetic in embracing their brownness.
From Salon ● Nov. 28, 2021
The wall stands on a deep concrete foundation, backed by the empty brownness of the roadway.
From Slate ● Feb. 1, 2021
These gave out a smell of must and solid brownness which was most secure.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
