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earth tone en · NOUN
Meanings
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Any of a range of neutral colors reminiscent of natural materials, including soil, stone, and plants.
Muted terra cotta hues in floor tiles anchor the collection of earth tones.
2008, Jack D. Neith, Great Kitchens, page 8:Fall sets the stage for earth tones that are used to advantage in this painting.
2012, Lexi Sundell, The Acrylic Artist's Guide to Exceptional Colour, page 101:Earth tones in primitive, rough, natural forms, such as rocks, fossils, nuts, and shells, suggest our tribal ancestry.
2012, Margie Deeb, The Beader's Guide to Color, page 32:
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Deriveds
earth-tone · earth-toned