beige

[ beyzh ]

noun

1. very light brown, as of undyed wool; light gray with a brownish tinge.

adjective

1. of the color beige.

beige

/ beɪʒ /

noun

1. 1. a very light brown, sometimes with a yellowish tinge, similar to the colour of undyed wool
   2. ( as adjective )

      beige gloves

2. a fabric made of undyed or unbleached wool

Word History and Origins

Origin of beige¹

1855–60; < French; Old French bege, of uncertain origin

Word History and Origins

Origin of beige¹

C19: from Old French, of obscure origin

Example Sentences

In a sea of gray, white and beige storage tanks within the Phillips 66 oil refinery complex in the city of Wilmington, one stands out from the rest with its orange body and toothy grin.

From Los Angeles Times

Grace’s world may be awash in browns and grays and beiges, yet Elliot somehow makes that color palette feel vibrant and alive.

From Los Angeles Times

As Mr Combs left his most recent court appearance in a beige prison jumpsuit, he mouthed to his family “I love you” and repeatedly put his hands to his heart, making a prayer sign.

From BBC

The living room she sits in is filled with knick-knacks and family photos, amid a garish clash of of geometric beige wallpaper, turquoise walls and a patterned red carpet.

From BBC

The camp is made up of beige domed military tents used as accommodation, and white humanitarian tents that have been turned into makeshift communal rooms and a church.

From BBC

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