Rufous
/ˈɹuːfəs/ adj, noun
adj, noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 Ellipsis of rufous hummingbird. abbreviation, alt-of, countable, ellipsis
"Partners in Flight — a conservation group that tracks several species of birds, including hummingbirds — estimates that the rufous population is currently 62% smaller than it was in 1966. […] Rufouses are adapting, however, and becoming more willing to use urban feeders and gardens."
- 2 A reddish-brown colour, as of rust. uncountable
Adjective
- 1 of a reddish colour not-comparable
Example
More examples"Partners in Flight — a conservation group that tracks several species of birds, including hummingbirds — estimates that the rufous population is currently 62% smaller than it was in 1966. […] Rufouses are adapting, however, and becoming more willing to use urban feeders and gardens."
Etymology
From Latin rūfus (“red”).