rufous

/ˈruːfəs/
adjective
  1. 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.
noun
  1. 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.
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