Meaning of the word grey in English

What does grey mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

grey

US /ɡreɪ/
UK /ɡreɪ/
"grey" picture

Adjective

1.

of a color intermediate between black and white, as of ash or lead

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The sky was a dull grey before the storm.
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She wore a simple grey dress.
2.

dull and uninteresting

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His life had become rather grey and monotonous.
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The future looked grey and uncertain.

Noun

the color intermediate between black and white

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She painted the wall a light grey.
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The artist used various shades of grey in his painting.

Verb

to make or become grey

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Stress can grey your hair prematurely.
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The old house had begun to grey with age and neglect.