cupreous

English

Etymology

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

Noun

cupreous (uncountable)

A reddish-brown color, like that of polished copper.

cupreous colour:

Adjective

cupreous (comparative more cupreous, superlative most cupreous)

Of or of the nature of copper.
(chemistry) Containing copper.
Of a reddish-brown color, like that of polished copper.

Synonyms

(of or of the nature of copper): cuprous
(of a reddish-brown color): auburn, brassy, copper-colored (US), copper-coloured (UK), coppery, russet

Derived terms

cupreo-

Related terms

cuprea
cuprea bark
cupreine

See also

cupric
Appendix:Colors

Anagrams

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