Subfusc

//sʌbˈfʌsk// adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun

1
Dark clothing. uncountable, usually
2
Clothing acceptable, by regulation at certain universities, for an examination or official event. uncountable, usually
3
Formal clothing worn on special academic occasions. uncountable, usually

Adjective

1
Having subdued colors.
"And I notice that we are both decently sub-fusc. Have you seen Trimmer in that frightful frock like a canary lampshade?"

Adjective

1
devoid of brightness or appeal wordnet

Synonyms

dark darkish dim drab dull dusk

Example

"And I notice that we are both decently sub-fusc. Have you seen Trimmer in that frightful frock like a canary lampshade?"

Etymology

From Latin subfuscus (“moderately dark”).

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