moss green

noun

: a variable color averaging a moderate yellow-green

Examples of moss green in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Choose from four color options: sand, bright white, moss green, and black. Rachel Simon, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2023 The Indi does just that, with neutrals and darker tones like black and moss green, depending on your vibe. Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 26 Oct. 2023 Shoppers can choose from five elegant colors: soft tea rose pink, deep sea navy, forest moss green, rich red, and classic black. Rachael Green, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2023 The first edition comes in a moss green hardcover case embossed with a leaf pattern and a golden heron, with an outer cover made of craft paper. Billboard Japan, Billboard, 18 July 2023 See all Example Sentences for moss green 

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Word History

First Known Use

1705, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of moss green was in 1705

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“Moss green.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moss%20green. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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