tawny

[ˈtɔːni]

tawny Definition

  • 1of an orange-brown or yellowish-brown color
  • 2a large Old World thrush with speckled brown plumage

Using tawny: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tawny" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The tawny owl is a nocturnal bird of prey.

  • Example

    The tawny color of the leaves in autumn is beautiful.

  • Example

    She wore a tawny dress to the party.

tawny Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tawny

  • buff
  • brownish-orange
  • yellowish-brown
  • tan

Phrases with tawny

  • a type of fortified wine made in Portugal from grapes grown in the Douro Valley

    Example

    We enjoyed a glass of tawny port after dinner.

  • a species of nocturnal bird native to Australia, named for its wide, frog-like mouth and tawny plumage

    Example

    The tawny frogmouth is often mistaken for an owl due to its nocturnal habits and similar appearance.

  • an invasive ant species native to South America, known for its erratic movements and tendency to form large colonies

    Example

    The tawny crazy ant has become a major pest in parts of the southern United States.

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Summary: tawny in Brief

'Tawny' [ˈtɔːni] describes a color that is orange-brown or yellowish-brown. It can also refer to a large Old World thrush with speckled brown plumage. Examples include 'The tawny color of the leaves in autumn is beautiful.' and 'She wore a tawny dress to the party.' 'Tawny' extends into phrases like 'tawny port,' a type of fortified wine made in Portugal.

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