The Clue
Earthy hue (5 letter answer)
The Answer
OCHRE
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Notes
The answer OCHRE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 160 puzzles.
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Definition
OCHRE as a noun:
1. (ocher, ochre) = any of various earths containing silica and alumina and ferric oxide; used as a pigment
2. (ocher, ochre) = a moderate yellow-orange to orange color
OCHRE as an adjective:
1. (ocher, ochre) = of a moderate orange-yellow color