puce
noun | /puce/
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A dark reddish-brown or purplish color.
puce
noun | /puce/
Word ListsMEDIUMA dark reddish-brown or purplish color.
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Examples
"The sofa was upholstered in puce fabric."
Mnemonic Trick
Puce = French for flea → color of dried blood.
Source: Word ListsAdded: 9/14/2025
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