forest green

noun

: a dark yellowish or moderate olive green

Examples of forest green in a Sentence

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The colors in the rug (dusty rose, beige, orange, and sage) complement the accent wall (forest green) and the natural tones of the furniture. Briana Feigon, Architectural Digest, 24 Feb. 2025 From the 67 layers of Japanese Damascus steel to the forest green Pakkawood handle, there’s a lot to love about the knife. Christopher Murray, Fox News, 20 Feb. 2025 Shades like inky blue, forest green, or deep red are the perfect recipe for exploring color in the kitchen while maintaining a timeless elegance. Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2025 The dress featured a two-tone color scheme in contrasting shades of black and forest green. Julia Teti, WWD, 4 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for forest green

Word History

First Known Use

1810, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of forest green was in 1810

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“Forest green.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forest%20green. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.

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