Meaning & use

pinkish-orange

adjective·Everyday

Having a color that blends pink with orange, similar to a ripe peach or salmon.

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The sunset painted the sky a soft pinkish-orange over the calm sea.

She chose a pinkish-orange lipstick that matched her summer wardrobe.

A note on using this word

Often compared to peach, salmon, or coral to help describe the exact shade meant.

Words with a similar meaning

salmoncoral

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