subfusc

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subfusc

/sʌbˈfʌsk/

Rhymes with -ʌsk

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From Latin subfuscus (“moderately dark”).

adjective more subfusc · most subfusc

Having subdued colors. And I notice that we are both decently sub-fusc. Have you seen Trimmer in that frightful frock like a canary lampshade?

noun subfuscs

uncountable, usually Dark clothing.
uncountable, usually Clothing acceptable, by regulation at certain universities, for an examination or official event.
uncountable, usually Formal clothing worn on special academic occasions.

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@misc{subfusc_2026,
  title = {subfusc},
  howpublished = {Wiktionary, via Micwyn},
  year = {2026},
  url = {https://micwyn.com/word/subfusc},
  urldate = {2026-11-06}
}