navy
Pronunciation
Adjective
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A very dark shade of blue.
Usage notes
Without "blue", "navy" usually means a country's naval military force, the name the color sense grew out of.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He wore a _____ suit to the interview."
Answer: navy
In your own words, what does "navy" mean?
A very dark shade of blue.
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