Meaning & Definition of word "Yellow"
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Yellow
/ˈjɛl.oʊ/
noun:
- 1. a color or pigment of this hue.
- Example: The artist mixed yellow with blue to create a vibrant green.
- 2. a yellow object or item.
- Example: She picked up a yellow from the bowl of fruit.
verb:
- 1. to turn yellow or to cause to turn yellow.
- Example: The pages of the book began to yellow over time.
adjective:
- 1. of the color between green and orange in the spectrum; colored like ripe lemons or butter.
- Example: The walls of the room were painted a bright yellow.
- 2. having a color like that of egg yolk.
- Example: She wore a stunning yellow dress that caught everyone's attention.
- 3. suggestive of cowardice or treachery.
- Example: He was accused of yellow journalism for sensationalizing the news.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English geolu, ġeolu; akin to Old High German gelb (German gelb) and Latin gallus (cock, rooster).
Common Phrases and Expressions
yellow-bellied:
Cowardly or timid.
yellow card:
A warning in various sports.
yellow journalism:
Journalism that presents little or no legitimate well-researched news.
Related Words
yolk:
The yellow part of an egg.
canary:
A small yellow songbird.
sunflower:
A tall yellow flower that resembles the sun.
Slang Meanings of yellow
Meaning: To 'go yellow' means to act cowardly.
Example Sentence: He really went yellow when it was time to confront the boss.
Meaning: To 'yellow' can refer to someone who is acting timid or weak.
Example Sentence: Don't yellow out now, we need to be brave.