Definition

A type of fabric or color that is a light brown or yellowish-brown, often used for clothing, especially military uniforms.

Example

He wore a khaki jacket while hiking in the woods.

Conversation

I just bought a new pair of pants in khaki color.

Nice! I love how versatile khaki can be.

Yeah, I think they'll go well with my other clothes.

Definitely! You can wear them casually or dress them up.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Khaki originates from the Urdu word 'khākī', meaning dust-colored or earth-colored. The term was used to describe the color of military uniforms that blended in with dusty environments.

Memory Tip

Imagine the color of dust or earth when you think of 'khaki' — it helps you remember that khaki refers to a dust-colored shade.

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