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dun

0 antonyms and opposites of dun, grouped by meaning.

Adj — A dull greyish-brown colour.

How to use dun

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a dun horse dun-coloured dunning letter

Etymology

From Old English dunn, "dingy brown" — an ancient Germanic colour word related to "dusk."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dun” mean?

The word “dun” means a dull greyish-brown colour. In plain terms, as a colour it means a drab greyish brown; as a verb it means to hound someone for a debt.

How do you pronounce “dun”?

“Dun” is pronounced duhn (/dʌn/ in IPA).

How do you use “dun” in a sentence?

Here is “dun” used in a sentence: “The old horse had a dun coat flecked with grey.”

What is another word for “dun”?

Words with a similar meaning to “dun” include subimago.

What part of speech is “dun”?

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

Where does the word “dun” come from?

The word “dun” comes from Old English. From Old English dunn, "dingy brown" — an ancient Germanic colour word related to "dusk.".

Is “dun” a common word?

“Dun” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “dun” have?

“Dun” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a dull greyish-brown colour.

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