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khaki

/'kɑ:ki/
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Explanation of the Word "Khaki"

Definition: - Adjective: Khaki describes a color that is a yellowish-brown. - Noun: It also refers to a strong fabric that is typically yellowish-brown and is often used to make military uniforms and other types of clothing.

Usage Instructions:
  • When using "khaki" as an adjective, it usually describes items like pants, shorts, or jackets that are this color. For example, you can say "I bought a khaki jacket."
  • As a noun, you can refer to the fabric itself or to clothing made from it. For example, "He wore khakis to the picnic."
Examples:
  1. Adjective: "She wore a khaki dress that matched her shoes."
  2. Noun: "The soldiers wore uniforms made from khaki cloth."
Advanced Usage:
  • In a more advanced context, "khaki" can be used in discussions about fashion or military history, describing how this color has been adopted in various cultures and styles over time.
Word Variants:
  • Khakis: This is often used to refer to trousers made from khaki fabric, commonly worn in casual settings. For example: "He prefers to wear khakis instead of jeans."
Different Meanings:
  • The word "khaki" primarily refers to color and fabric, but it can also imply a certain style of clothing associated with outdoor activities or military service.
Synonyms:
  • For the color: beige, tan, or olive.
  • For the fabric: cotton twill, canvas (when referring to similar sturdy fabrics).
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
  • There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that use "khaki," but you may find phrases like "in khakis" used informally to describe someone dressed in casual, military-style clothing.
Summary:

"Khaki" is a versatile word used to describe a specific color and a type of fabric.

Adjective
  1. of a yellowish brown color
Noun
  1. a sturdy twilled cloth of a yellowish brown color used especially for military uniforms

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