: a yellowish or grayish white

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As of this writing, the Oxo mitt only comes in Jam (red), Oat (off-white), or Black, though scant additional colors have been available in the past. Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 June 2026 The Princess of Wales‘ bespoke ensemble by the British designer included an off-white, satin coat dress with short lapels and padded buttons down the front. Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 15 June 2026 The cream and off-white duo is so rich looking. Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 13 June 2026 Achillea millefolium is native throughout most of the United States and has white or off-white flowers. Daniel Scott, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for off-white

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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 23 Jun. 2026.

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off-white

noun
ˈȯf-ˈhwīt
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: a yellowish or grayish white

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