Khaki
(noun)
- A light yellow-brown color, typically of a fabric used in military clothing and equipment.
- A type of fabric, often made of cotton or wool, that is characterized by its light brown color and rough texture.
Origin:
The word khaki is derived from the urdu language, meaning "dust" or "soil".
Examples:
- The soldiers were all dressed in their khaki uniform.
- She bought a khaki skirt to wear on her safari adventure.
- The couch was covered in a durable khaki fabric.
- His favorite shirt was a comfortable and worn-in khaki.
- The walls were painted a soft khaki to match the furniture.