| Word | taupe |
|---|---|
| Definition | n. Grayish brown. |
| Sentence | Then, with the stern and romantic care of a gentleman about to fight a duel, I checked the arrangement of my papers, bathed and perfumed my delicate body, shaved my face and chest, selected a silk shirt and clean drawers, pulled on transparent taupe socks, and congratulated myself for having with me in my trunk some very exquisite clothes. |
| Source | Lolita, II.28, p. 284 |
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