Tawnier: meaning, definitions and examples
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tawnier
[ ˈtɔːniər ]
color description
Tawnier is a comparative form of the adjective 'tawny,' which refers to a warm, sandy, or reddish-brown color. It is often used in descriptions of animal fur, skin tones, or natural landscapes.
Synonyms
darker, reddish-brown, sandier.
Examples of usage
- The deer has a tawnier coat in the summer.
- Her complexion is tawnier after spending time in the sun.
- The tawnier hues of the sunset were breathtaking.
Translations
Translations of the word "tawnier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais pálido
🇮🇳 ज्यादा हल्का
🇩🇪 hellerer
🇮🇩 lebih pucat
🇺🇦 блідіший
🇵🇱 jaśniejszy
🇯🇵 より明るい
🇫🇷 plus clair
🇪🇸 más claro
🇹🇷 daha açık
🇰🇷 더 밝은
🇸🇦 أكثر إشراقًا
🇨🇿 svělejší
🇸🇰 jasnejší
🇨🇳 更明亮
🇸🇮 bol svetel
🇮🇸 skýrari
🇰🇿 жарқын
🇬🇪 უფრო ნათელი
🇦🇿 daha açıq
🇲🇽 más claro
Etymology
The word 'tawny' has its origins in the late Middle English period, derived from the Old French term 'tani', which is a variation of 'tanne', meaning 'to tan' or 'to make brown'. The word was used to describe the color of animal pelts and has evolved over time to encompass a range of brownish shades. 'Tawnier' developed as the comparative form to describe something that possesses a greater degree of this warm brown color. It has been particularly popular in literature and poetry to evoke a sense of nature and beauty in descriptions of wildlife and landscapes. The allure of tawny tones has persisted, making it a relevant term in contemporary fashion and design as well.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,393, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.