English Explanatory Dictionary

Turkey blue

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A deep blue obtained by careful application of indigo dye to silk.
  2. An item dyed Turkey blue.
adj
  1. Dyed Turkey blue.
  2. Colored Turkey blue or (inexact) a similarly deep blue.

Word forms

Turkey blue Turkey blues more Turkey blue most Turkey blue

Etymology

From the manner of preparing indigo practiced in the Ottoman Empire ("Turkey"). Doublet of turquoise blue.

Synonyms

Turkey Turkey color

Related words

Turkey red
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