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abrash

|a-brash|

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/əˈbræʃ/

color variation

Etymology
Etymology Information

'abrash' originates from Persian, specifically the word 'abrash,' where 'abrash' meant 'mottled' or 'speckled.'

Historical Evolution

'abrash' was borrowed into English from Persian, maintaining its original meaning related to color variations.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'mottled' or 'speckled,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a variation or change in color, especially in hand-woven rugs, due to the use of different dye lots.

The abrash in the carpet added a unique character to the room.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/04/05 18:51