taupe

noun

: a brownish gray

Examples of taupe in a Sentence

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The color palette evokes the bush—warm taupes and deep browns grounded by ivory, with vibrant splashes of red and black referencing traditional Maasai attire. Jenn Rice, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2025 Some grays skew cool with icy blue undertones, others feel warmer with hints of taupe or even purple. Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 July 2025 Shimmery colors such as pinks, taupes or browns complement brunettes in addition to plum and burgundy. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 July 2025 Even in this muted hue, blue is still bolder than your average beige or taupe, so keep the rest simple, like this look by Grace Sloan for Charlotte Tilbury. Jess Beech, Refinery29, 19 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for taupe

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, mole, from Old French, from Latin talpa

First Known Use

circa 1909, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of taupe was circa 1909

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“Taupe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/taupe. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

taupe

noun
: a brownish gray
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