baby blue

noun

1. a very light blue.
2. baby blues, Informal. a person's blue eyes:

   His charm lies largely in the way he bats his baby blues.

Other Words From

• baby-blue adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of baby blue¹

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90

Example Sentences

My nails this time are covered in a baby blue hue overlaid with bright red airbrushed abstract cherries.

From Salon

As a result, Colin, who wore paler shades such as baby blue in the earlier episodes, is seen in much more striking hues this time around, such as navy blues and browns.

From BBC

The “Glee” and “Funny Girl” alum looks angelic holding her baby bump in a baby blue Rodarte gown.

From Salon

Shim, who was dressed in a baby blue suit, estimated he had done about 50 events like this one.

From Los Angeles Times

The color I want everything in: baby blue.

From Los Angeles Times

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