noun

• Grey with a tinge of brown.

  as modifier ‘a taupe overcoat’

  More example sentences

  • ‘The colour taupe is perfect for grey or blonde hair.’
  • ‘For a subtle look, use a slightly darker or lighter hue of the main color (i.e. beige and taupe, navy and royal blue, purple and violet).’
  • ‘Along with taupe and chocolate brown, one of this season's hottest shades is a muted heather (lavender with a bit of gray).’
  • ‘This season, however, earthy tones such as brown, taupe and khaki green are also making a presence.’
  • ‘There are bolts of taupe fabric draped on the windows, and the lighting is muted.’

  Synonyms

  pale, pastel, light-toned