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subfusc.

Having subdued colors.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adj/sʌbˈfʌsk/
  1. Having subdued colors.

Where this word comes from

From Latin subfuscus (“moderately dark”).

noun/sʌbˈfʌsk/
  1. Dark clothing.

    uncountable · usually
  2. Clothing acceptable, by regulation at certain universities, for an examination or official event.

    uncountable · usually
  3. Formal clothing worn on special academic occasions.

    uncountable · usually
Where this word comes from

From Latin subfuscus (“moderately dark”).

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