Definition of russet
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: coarse homespun usually reddish-brown cloth
2
: a reddish brown
3
: any of various apples having rough russet-colored skins
4
: a usually large elongated potato especially suited for baking
russet
adjectiveDefinition of russet (Entry 2 of 2)
: of the color russet
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The first known use of russet was in the 13th century
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