subfusc — English Dictionary

Adjective

1. Having subdued colors.

   Examples

   And I notice that we are both decently sub-fusc. Have you seen Trimmer in that frightful frock like a canary lampshade?

   More examples (1)

   The courtiers tramping across the green eye the: [the Duke of] Suffolk with his big beard, his flashing eye, his big chest, and Master Secretary [Thomas Cromwell] subfusc, low-slung, square.

Noun

1. Dark clothing.

   Usage

   • Uncountable
   • usually

2. Clothing acceptable, by regulation at certain universities, for an examination or official event.

   Usage

   • Uncountable
   • usually

3. Formal clothing worn on special academic occasions.

   Usage

   • Uncountable
   • usually

Adjective

1. devoid of brightness or appeal

   Examples

   a subfusc mining town

   dark subfusc clothing