rufous
/ˈruːfəs/
adjective
- Reddish-brown in color.
- The artist mixed red and brown to create a rufous shade for the painting.
- The rufous hummingbird is known for its bright reddish-brown feathers.
- The fox had a rufous coat that blended with the autumn leaves.
Synonyms
noun
- A reddish-brown color.
- He chose a scarf in a warm rufous to match his coat.
- The bird's plumage was a rich rufous on its back.
- The sunset faded from orange to a deep rufous.