russet

1 of 2

noun

rus·​set ˈrə-sət 

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

2 of 2

adjective

: of the color russet

Examples of russet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Good-for-you sweet potatoes stand in for classic russets in this mini appetizer that's served with sour cream or crème fraiche and scallions. —Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 21 Feb. 2026

The main difference came with the texture, which was slightly more slimy and sticky than the average russet potato. —Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Feb. 2026

Structured wool and felt tunic dresses and quilted coat-like bubble skirts commanded attention in shades of earthy russet, maize yellow, lacquered crimson and dusty mint green. —Anika Reed, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026

The russet-brown leather was decorated with a minimalist Western pattern. —Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from russet, adjective, russet, from rus, rous red, from Latin russus; akin to Latin ruber red — more at red

First Known Use

Noun

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for russet

• gusset

Kids Definition

russet

1 of 2 noun

rus·​set ˈrəs-ət 

1

: coarse homespun usually reddish brown cloth

2

: a reddish brown

3

: any of various usually late-ripening apples that have rough mostly russet-colored skins

russet

2 of 2 adjective

: of the color russet