Khaki (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun, plural khak·is.
  1. dull yellowish brown.
  2. a stout, twilled cotton cloth of this color, used especially in making uniforms.
  3. Usually khakis. (used with a plural verb)
    • a uniform made of this cloth, especially a military uniform.
    • a garment made of this cloth, especially trousers.
  4. a similar fabric of wool.
adjective
  1. of the color khaki.
  2. made of khaki.
noun plural -kis
    • a dull yellowish-brown colour
    • (as adjective)
    • a hard-wearing fabric of this colour, used esp for military uniforms
    • (as modifier)
Khaki (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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