Dun Definition & Meaning
dun
- adjective
- of a dull greyish brown to brownish grey color; "the dun and dreary prairie"
- noun
- horse of a dull brownish grey color
- a color or pigment varying around a light grey-brown color; "she wore dun"
- verb
- treat cruelly; "The children tormented the stuttering teacher"
- persistently ask for overdue payment; "The grocer dunned his customers every day by telephone"
- cure by salting; "dun codfish"
- make a dun color
"Dun" in song lyrics
See how dun is used in real songs:
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"Bend the corners on through the westside, Dun"
Above the Law f/ Cavie, KAM — Don't Do the Crime -
"Stay the number one champion, with the girls, dun"
Afu-Ra f/ Jah Don, Kardinal Offishall — Deal Wit It -
"Watch his mans by the window dun"
Ali Vegas f/ Capone — Gangsta's Life
Words that rhyme with dun
Usage tips for "dun"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dun" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dun to find words that pair well.