umber

[US]/'ʌmbə/
[UK]/'ʌmbɚ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a shade of brown, a dark brown earth color
adj. of a shade of brown, of a dark brown earth color
vt. apply a reddish-brown color to

Phrases & Collocations

umber color

raw umber

Example Sentences

The artist used umber tones in his painting.

The umber soil was perfect for planting crops.

She wore an umber scarf to match her outfit.

The umber leather couch added a touch of elegance to the room.

The umber horse galloped across the field.

The ancient manuscript was written in umber ink.

The umber sky signaled an approaching storm.

The umber eyes of the wolf gleamed in the moonlight.

The painter mixed umber with other colors to create a unique shade.

The umber wood of the antique dresser had a rich, warm hue.

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