forest green

noun

: a dark yellowish or moderate olive green

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The square stitch contributes to the clean aesthetic of this set, which comes in four colors: forest green, teal, terracotta, and white, and is available in queen and king sizes. Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 19 July 2025 The robes at Forestis are a very on-brand forest green and have hoods. Hannah Freedman, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025 The upper features sandy, earthy tones throughout the mesh, laces and quarter panel, with accents of forest green that reference the country’s vast bush landscapes. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 15 May 2025 The space is decked in soft and soothing tones, ranging from champagne-toned tapestry and wavy curtains on the walls to forest green upholstery on the wooden seats and banquettes. Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 7 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for forest green

Word History

First Known Use

1810, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of forest green was in 1810

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“Forest green.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forest%20green. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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