Meaning of the word mauve in English

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

mauve

US /moʊv/
UK /məʊv/

Noun

a pale purple color, typically with a grayish tinge

Example:
The walls were painted a soft mauve.
She chose a dress in a beautiful shade of mauve.

Adjective

of a pale purple color, typically with a grayish tinge

Example:
The sky turned a soft mauve at sunset.
She wore a beautiful mauve scarf.