maroon
/məˈruːn/
adjective
A dark reddish-brown color
“He wore a maroon jacket.”
חום-אדמדם
Maroon is a adjective in the colors category. It is a advanced (ages 11-12) word, meaning "A dark reddish-brown color" In Hebrew, maroon translates to חום-אדמדם.
Example Sentences
- The school uniform included a maroon blazer with a gold badge.
- The autumn berries turned a deep maroon color on the vine.
- He painted the front door maroon to make the house stand out.
Did You Know? The word "maroon" comes from the French word "marron," meaning chestnut — because chestnuts are a deep brownish-red color. Maroon is a very popular color for school and sports uniforms because it looks strong and serious. It is a darker, browner version of red.
Common Word Combinations
dark maroonmaroon reddeep maroonmaroon uniform
Related Words
redbrownscarletpurple
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