Gray

ɡreɪ

Meaning & Definition

noun

A color that is a mixture of black and white.

The walls were painted in a soft gray that complemented the furniture.

An area lacking in sharp distinction, typically between good and bad or true and false.

In moral dilemmas, there can be a lot of gray areas to consider.

adjective

Of a color intermediate between black and white, as of ashes or an overcast sky.

The sky turned gray before the storm arrived.

Lacking color or brightness; dull.

He wore a gray suit that blended in with the dreary surroundings.

Having white and black hairs intermixed, often referring to aging hair.

Her hair was turning gray, a sign of her wisdom and experience.

Middle English 'grei', from Old English 'grǣg'.

gray area

A situation or topic that is not clearly defined and has ambiguities.

gray matter

Brain tissue; also refers to intellectual capacity.

the gray lady

A term often used to refer to a newspaper, particularly The New York Times.

greyhound

a breed of dog known for its speed and elegance.

grayish

somewhat gray in color.

grayscale

a range of shades from black to white, without color.

Gray market

Buying designer goods from unauthorized retailers is often referred to as gray market purchasing.

Gray hair

She embraced her gray hair as a badge of maturity.