English Explanatory Dictionary

cupreous

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A reddish-brown color, like that of polished copper.
adj
  1. Of or of the nature of copper.
  2. Containing copper.
  3. Of a reddish-brown color, like that of polished copper.

Pronunciation

/ˈkjuːpɹi.əs/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-cupreous.wav

Word forms

cupreous more cupreous most cupreous

Etymology

From Latin cupreus, from cuprum (“copper”).

Synonyms

cuprous auburn brassy coppery russet

Related words

cuprea cuprea bark cupreine cupric cuprous
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