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Tawny Definition & Meaning

tawny
adjective
  1. of a light brown to brownish orange color; the color of tanned leather

"Tawny" in song lyrics

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  • "light brown tawny"
    AOL — AOL
  • "white snake video with tawny"
    AOL — AOL
  • "cockburn's fine tawny"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does tawny mean?
of a light brown to brownish orange color; the color of tanned leather
What part of speech is tawny?
Tawny is an adjective.

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