navy blue

American  

[ney-vee bloo] / ˈneɪ vi ˈblu /

noun

1. a dark blue.

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adjective

1. of a dark blue color.

   I can’t wear my navy blue skirt without ironing it.

navy blue British  

noun

1. Sometimes shortened to: navy. 

   1. a dark blue colour

   2. ( as adjective )

      a navy-blue suit

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Other Word Forms

• navy-blue adjective

Etymology

Origin of navy blue

First recorded in 1830–40; from the color of naval uniforms, as of the U.K. and the U.S.

Example Sentences

He jogs over to Joseph in his navy blue coverall jumpsuit and L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

“This interiority we have is so precious,” says Pollan, as he leans back against his cushy brown sofa in a navy blue sweater and worn loafers, a cup of green tea at his side.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

The stunning living area features high white and gold ceilings, a navy blue couch, wooden floors, a cozy fireplace, and multiple chandeliers.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 12, 2026

She wore a dark-coloured helmet and navy blue clothing, and contrasting with the light-coloured surface of the concrete road, had a bright orange race number on her back.

From BBC • Oct. 13, 2025

And the drivers had worn dark suits, not navy blue windbreakers with the letters F, B, and I stamped on the back.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller