: a yellowish or grayish white

Examples of off-white in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Sarah Jessica Parker was spotted on set filming season 3 of And Just Like That… wearing an impressively large black hat with white tassels and a white lace dress, topped with an off-white, fringe sweater, and a black crossbody purse. Neha Tandon, Peoplemag, 20 July 2024 Nelson: Dan was wearing a brown jacket and an off-white shirt with blue stripes, jeans, and boots. Megan Farokhmanesh, WIRED, 19 July 2024 All styles reflective branding and are available in an array of neutral tones including gray, olive, black, brown, off-white, yellow and navy. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 12 July 2024 If this off-white isn't colorful enough for you, there are 24 other cheery shades to brighten your day. Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 17 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for off-white 

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Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of off-white was in 1927

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“Off-white.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/off-white. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

off-white

noun
ˈȯf-ˈhwīt,
-ˈwīt
: a yellowish or grayish white

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