moss green

moss green
adjective
of a moderate somewhat dull yellow-green color
Syn: ↑mosstone
Similar to: ↑chromatic

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noun
: a variable color averaging a moderate yellow green that is yellower and duller than average pea green or spring green, yellower, lighter, and slightly less strong than spinach green, and less strong and slightly greener and lighter than mosstone — called also mousse

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moss-green, adj.
a moderate to dark yellow-green color.
[1880-85]

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moss green noun
A muted yellowy-green
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Main Entry:moss

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n. a bright green color like that of moss

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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