: a yellowish or grayish white

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Cut with a high rise, wide leg and the yesteryear feature of an adjustable rear buckle, this is an off-white jean your own grandad would recognize. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 27 July 2026 Most are available in off-white Axvall bouclé or Gunnared fabric in green-yellow or dark blue. Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026 Most pieces come in off-white Axvall bouclé or Gunnared fabric in green-yellow or dark blue. Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026 The gentle off-white hue has a subtle yellow undertone, which creates an inviting atmosphere perfectly suited for the heart of the home. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 July 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 30 Jul. 2026.

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off-white

noun
ˈȯf-ˈhwīt
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: a yellowish or grayish white

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