Definition of "taupe" []

• A brownish gray. (noun)

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• "In and out, the strands of gold swam through the heavier layers of thin taupe-colored yarn that constituted the knitted entirety of her dress."
• "Boots of the Dúnedain, this specific iteration being a pair of Vasque Ranger GTX hikers in taupe and burt orange, with Strider outsole"
• "She appeared steady and solid in taupe pantsuit and sensible heels."