ochreous Definition
- 1of a yellowish-orange or yellowish-brown color
- 2containing or resembling ochre
Using ochreous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ochreous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The ochreous soil was perfect for growing crops.
Example
The painting had an ochreous tint to it.
ochreous Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for ochreous
- ocherous
- yellowish-orange
- yellowish-brown
- ochry
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Summary: ochreous in Brief
'Ochreous' [ˈəʊkriəs] is an adjective that describes a yellowish-orange or yellowish-brown color, often resembling ochre. It can be used to describe soil, paint, and other materials that have this color. An example sentence is 'The ochreous soil was perfect for growing crops.'
