forest green

noun

: a dark yellowish or moderate olive green

Examples of forest green in a Sentence

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The Wilderness Room has evergreen trees, a bear’s head on the wall, and a cast-iron, forest green clawfoot tub. Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 19 Aug. 2025 Then, there’s the unique look; the shades of matcha and forest greens give it an earthy, unusual hue for a dessert (hence why it’s been splashed on social media as of late). Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 5 Aug. 2025 The Alice is available in three colors: espresso, forest green, and cream, each crafted with a durable solid wood frame. Maggie Horton, People.com, 4 Aug. 2025 The robes at Forestis are a very on-brand forest green and have hoods. Hannah Freedman, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for forest green

Word History

First Known Use

1810, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of forest green was in 1810

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“Forest green.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forest%20green. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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