: a yellowish or grayish white

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Grande, for one, opted for an off-white and oversized fuzzy Amomento cardigan, worn over straight-leg blue jeans with white Sandy Liang patent ballet pumps and red socks. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 22 Aug. 2026 That includes a custom off-white Madreperla Semi-Gloss pigment, and the use of Perla – a leather material derived from select Swiss hides exclusive to the Tailor Made program – in a light Le Mans metallic shade. New Atlas, 21 Aug. 2026 In one picture, del Toro’s daughter could be seen wearing a long, off-white, sparkly dress with a matching rosette in the center. Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026 The ribbed detailing of the pillows adds a sophisticated feel, while the earthy, terracotta colors in off-white, beige, brick red, and mustard yellow bring subtle seasonal warmth that makes any space feel welcoming. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for off-white

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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 Aug. 2026.

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off-white

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