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subfusc

 
Dictionary: sub·fusc   (sŭb-fŭsk') pronunciation

adj.
Of a dark, dull, or somber color.

n.
Dark, dull clothing.

[Latin subfuscus, brownish : sub-, sub- + fuscus, dark.]


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Brit.  drab, dusky
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IN BRIEF: Adjective- Somewhat dark in color.

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The adjective has one meaning:

Meaning #1: devoid of brightness or appeal


 
 
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