earth tone

noun

1. any of various warm, muted colors ranging basically from neutral to deep brown.

Word History and Origins

Origin of earth tone¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

But it’s precisely the earth tone of the rocky hillsides framing the Yakima Valley that make a springtime pop of color such a visual treat.

From Seattle Times

“Earth tone suits you, so give it a smile,” Page Hamilton barks over a groove so rigid it’s almost funky.

From Los Angeles Times

Inside they are an Instagram influencer’s fantasy of Southwest chic with pueblo blankets hanging on whitewashed walls and earth tone accents.

From Salon

Adamo said the collection paid homage to his native city, Crotone, and its fragile mountainsides, represented in the earth tone colors.

From Seattle Times

Requests poured in for boxes full of books about business, or books with earth tone covers.

From New York Times