olive green

noun

: a greenish olive

Examples of olive green in a Sentence

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The ear cushions come in Cinnabar, Chrome Yellow, Dark Iron (black), Khaki (olive green), Oyster Pink, Prussian Blue, or Ultra Blue (deep blue). PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024 The new mom also wears a black three-quarter-length top and low-waisted olive green cargo pants with a utility belt. Catherine Santino, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024 This soft olive green shade makes for a lovely bathroom paint color whether used on the walls or a vanity. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024 Otherwise, reach for Pistola Denim’s olive green overcoat or Aves les Villes herringbone hero, both of which layer perfectly over Fair Isle sweaters and simple gray hoodies to crisp shirting and chic cardigans. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for olive green 

Word History

First Known Use

1699, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of olive green was in 1699

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“Olive green.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/olive%20green. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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