Burgundy (noun)

  1. A deep red color, similar to that of red wine from the Burgundy region of France.
  2. A type of red wine that comes from the Burgundy region of France, known for its complex flavors and aromas.
  3. A type of dress shoe with a deep red color.

Origin:

From the name of the french historical region of burgundy, named after the germanic tribe of burgundians. the name burgundy comes from the germanic word "burg" which means "fortress" and "-undy" which means "people".

Examples:

  1. The dress was a beautiful burgundy color.
  2. The burgundy wine had notes of cherry and vanilla.
  3. The groom wore a pair of polished burgundy dress shoes.
  4. The walls were painted a rich burgundy color.
  5. The burgundy wine was a perfect match with the beef dish.
Some random words: yarrow, cacophonous, gyp