rufous

[ roo-fuhs ]

adjective

1. reddish; tinged with red; brownish red.

rufous

/ ˈruːfəs /

adjective

1. reddish-brown

Word History and Origins

Origin of rufous¹

1775–85; < Latin rūf ( us ) red ¹ + -ous

Word History and Origins

Origin of rufous¹

C18: from Latin rūfus

Example Sentences

Bruce said it’s possible this particular rufous may pass on to her offspring the urge to winter in Northern Virginia.

From Washington Post

Synallaxis erythrothorax Sclater: Rufous-breasted Spinetail.

From Project Gutenberg

The rufous colour of the back increases the impression; the hedgerows look red in the sunshine.

From Project Gutenberg

The adult male of this species has a rufous breast band, while the female has only a greenish one.

From Project Gutenberg

In form this duck is much like the last, but in color is more of a rufous all over, being darkest on the upper parts.

From Project Gutenberg

This species is somewhat darker, and more rufous on the under tail coverts than the above.

From Project Gutenberg