word
ochre
OH-ker
ˈoʊkərListen
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Syllable breakdown
ochre
Dictionary meaning
An earthy yellow-brown pigment or colour.
History and origin
Greek — 'ōkhrā' (pale yellow).
Examples
- The terracotta-and-ochre palette gave the café a warm, Mediterranean feel.
American: ocher; British: ochre.
Common mispronunciations
OH-kreeoh-KRAY
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