Tawny (adjective)

Having a light brown or yellowish-brown color, like that of a lion or a fox.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french tané, past participle of tanir "tan", from tannum "tannin".

Examples:

1. The leaves turned tawny in the autumn.
2. She had a tawny complexion, like she spent a lot of time in the sun.
3. Tawny owls are nocturnal birds of prey.
4. Tawny port is a type of fortified wine.
5. The tawny color of the fox's fur helped it blend in with the fall foliage.