dusky

 
Pronunciation: /ˈdʌski/

adjective (duskier, duskiest)

  • darkish in colour: dusky red a dusky complexion
  • dated used in euphemistic or poetic reference to black or other dark-skinned people: a dusky Moorish maiden
  • literary dim: dusky light came from a small window
  • [attributive] used in names of animals with dark coloration, e.g. dusky dolphin, dusky warbler.

Derivatives

duskily

adverb

duskiness

noun