chartreuse

/ʃɑrˈtruːz/
adjective
  1. Of a bright yellowish-green color.
    • He chose a chartreuse backpack so it would be easy to spot.
    • She wore a chartreuse dress to the summer party.
    • The chartreuse leaves of the plant brightened the garden.
Synonyms
noun
  1. A bright, yellowish-green color.
    • She painted the kitchen walls a vibrant chartreuse.
    • His chartreuse tie stood out against his dark suit.
    • The artist mixed yellow and green to create a perfect chartreuse.
  2. A green or yellow liqueur made by Carthusian monks, typically flavored with herbs and spices.
    • He bought a bottle of yellow chartreuse as a souvenir from France.
    • They served a small glass of chartreuse after dinner.
    • The cocktail recipe calls for a splash of green chartreuse.
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