oxblood

noun

ox·​blood ˈäks-ˌbləd How to pronounce oxblood (audio)
: a moderate reddish brown

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That translates to a bold color palette of oxblood, lapis blue, emerald, and mustard, with a single shade used in each space. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 While Calderone leans across her oxblood lacquer island in the April issue and embraces high-gloss ceilings in the media room of her Tribeca apartment, this month Grattan stands commandingly before a parrot green lacquer frame that merges with its equally colorful surroundings. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026 Her billionaire beau wore a suit with an oxblood tie. Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026 Adding the statement accessory to pop against the all-oxblood look felt considered, fun, and playful. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for oxblood

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First Known Use

1705, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of oxblood was in 1705

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“Oxblood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oxblood. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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oxblood

noun
ox·​blood ˈäks-ˌbləd How to pronounce oxblood (audio)
: a medium reddish brown

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