powder blue

noun

: a pale blue

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Her powder blue cocktail dress featured long sleeves and a boat neck-like neckline. Nick Hall, WWD, 25 Oct. 2024 The singer donned a powder blue dress and blond wig, while the record producer wore white face paint, a curly red wig and a top hat. Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024 Prada’s powder blue slip skirt adds a welcome pop of color to even the simplest of outfits this fall. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2024 Dramatically done up in monochromatic tones of mint green, dusty rose, and powder blue, the 124 guest rooms and suites marry the regal feeling of French castles with contemporary conveniences such as towel warmers, technology panels to customize lighting and temperature, and smart toilets. Katie Chang, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for powder blue 

Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of powder blue was in 1896

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“Powder blue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/powder%20blue. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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powder blue

noun
: a pale blue
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