Dictionary Word of the Day: subfusc

subfusc \sub-FUHSK\, adjective:
Dark or dull in color; drab, dusky.

Subfusc comes from Latin subfuscus, "brownish, dark," from sub-, "under" + fuscus, "dark-colored."

Hmmm.  Never heard this one before.  I'll have to try hard to figure out a way to use that word in a sentence.  I like adjectives, but this one doesn't seem very, well, adjective-y.  Subfuscky sound more adjective-y to me. 

Anyone care to leave a sentence using subfusc in the comments?  If there are any brave souls out there, I'll chose my favorite from the entries and send him/her a bookmark mounted in subfusc colors, if desired. 

Comments

[Staci at Writing and Living]

Yesterday's subfusc skies were depressing.

[Jill]

The commander spoke at length about the operation as the soldiers stood in formation, their subfusc uniforms blending in with the woods around them--a perfect camouflage.

[Kim from Hiraeth]

Thanks for entering subfusc sentences, Staci and Jill!

Jill gets first prize--I liked the image of nearly invisible soldiers standing in formation. I think it communicates the (necessary) loss of individuality in military service and the (admirable) brotherhood/teamwork that develops in men who serve together. Loved it.

Staci--I'm with you! A subfusc sky is depressing--even oppressive!

Jill, as first place winner, you get a custom bookmark. Staci, as runner up you get to chose any bookmark in the gallery. I'll make them as soon as I can and get them out to you.

I'll be contacting you by email.

K

[Lisa]

I really like your blog...

I just saw this post today, so I'm not entering the contest, but since I already thought of a sentence - I'll share it.

Through the bit of window, she could tell the sun was going down as she descended into the subfusc basement.