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brunette

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Adj — Having brown hair.

Etymology

Borrowed from French brunette, the feminine form of brunet ("brownish"), itself from brun, "brown".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “brunette” mean?

The word “brunette” means having brown hair. In plain terms, brown-haired, or a brown-haired person.

How do you pronounce “brunette”?

“Brunette” is pronounced broo-NEHT (/bɹuˈnɛt/ in IPA).

How do you use “brunette” in a sentence?

Here is “brunette” used in a sentence: “The brunette woman in the photo is his sister.”

What part of speech is “brunette”?

Depending on how it is used, “brunette” can be an adjective and a noun.

Where does the word “brunette” come from?

The word “brunette” comes from French. Borrowed from French brunette, the feminine form of brunet ("brownish"), itself from brun, "brown".

Is “brunette” a common word?

“Brunette” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “brunette” have?

“Brunette” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having brown hair.

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