Pronunciation: /ˈʌmbər/
noun a natural earth pigment containing iron oxide and manganese oxide, typically with a yellowish-brown color
A1 The artist used umber paint to create shadows in the painting.
A2 The umber color of the soil indicated its richness in nutrients.
B1 The umber tones in the landscape painting added depth and warmth.
B2 She mixed burnt sienna and raw umber to achieve the perfect shade for her artwork.
C1 The umber hues in the sunset were breathtakingly beautiful.
C2 The artist's mastery of umber pigments was evident in every brushstroke.
adjective having a shade of color similar to that of umber; dark and reddish-brown
A1 The umber leaves on the tree turned a beautiful shade of red in the fall.
A2 She painted her room in an umber color to create a warm and cozy atmosphere.
B1 The artist used a combination of umber and sienna to create a realistic portrait.
B2 The old book had faded to an umber hue over time, giving it a vintage look.
C1 The umber tones in the landscape painting added depth and richness to the scene.
C2 The designer chose an umber fabric for the curtains to complement the earthy tones in the room.
formal The artist used a rich umber pigment to create depth in his painting.
informal I love the warm umber color of your new sweater.
slang Check out the cool umber tones in this graffiti art.
figurative The umber of the autumn leaves was a sight to behold.
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