cobalt blue

noun

1
: a greenish-blue pigment consisting essentially of cobalt oxide and alumina
2
: a strong greenish blue

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Even Hermès’ Kelly Hobo — a classic handbag — gets refreshed with a strong burst of vivid cobalt blue styled with a classic silk scarf as a decorative accent. Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 22 May 2026 Every travel wardrobe deserves one fun pop of color, and this cobalt blue pair certainly delivers. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 22 May 2026 Styled by Brad Goreski, Moore wore a custom cobalt blue Self Portrait gown with an oversized bow encircling the hips, falling into a train. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 22 May 2026 Cobalt blue ballet flats As Vogue predicted earlier this year, cobalt blue is shaping up to be the color of 2026. Tatiana Ojea, Glamour, 10 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for cobalt blue

Word History

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of cobalt blue was in 1835

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“Cobalt blue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cobalt%20blue. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.

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