kaki — meaning in English

English meaning

• khaki noun A dull yellowish-brown colour, similar to dry dust or sand.
• persimmon noun A sweet orange fruit that is very astringent and unpleasant if eaten before it is fully ripe.

Senses

kaki is used for these senses in English:

• kaki A persimmon, specifically a Japanese persimmon (Diospyros kaki).
• khaki Dust-coloured; of the colour of dust.
• khaki A dull, yellowish-brown colour, the colour of dust.
• persimmon The tree this fruit grows on, generally one of two species of ebony: Diospyros kaki (Asian) or Diospyros virginiana (North American).

khaki — full definition

1. noun A dull yellowish-brown colour, similar to dry dust or sand.
2. noun A sturdy cotton or wool fabric, historically used for military uniforms, in this colour.
3. adj Having a dull yellowish-brown colour.

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