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Tawny

Verb / ˈtɑ:ni: / Another word for tawny — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Tawny is an adjective that describes a light brown color, similar to the color of tanned leather.

Synonyms & similar words

tawnybrown brownish bronze caramel tan amber hazelnut sandy pecan fawn rust sepia ochre cinnamon toast copper chestnut beige camel coffee henna

Example sentences

  1. She wore a tawny dress to the party.
  2. The cat had tawny fur with dark stripes.
  3. The sunset painted the sky with tawny hues.
  4. The golden retriever had a tawny coat.
  5. The autumn leaves turned tawny before falling.

Quotes

  • She had tawny hair and sparkling green eyes.
  • The tawny owl hooted softly in the night.
  • He admired the tawny hues of the autumn leaves.

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