fawn

noun
UK: /fɔːn/
US: /fɑːn/

  1. A young deer, usually less than one year old, characterized by its reddish-brown coat and white spots.

    1. A fawn walked with her mother.
    2. The young fawn cautiously approached the edge of the forest clearing.

  2. A light yellowish-brown color, similar to that of a young deer's coat.

    1. She painted the walls a soft fawn.
    2. The curtains were a pleasant fawn shade, complementing the room's decor.

Synonyms

flatter cajole wheedle beige
fawn verb

  1. To seek favor or attention through flattery and submissive behavior.

    1. He would fawn over his boss.
    2. The employees often fawn in an attempt to gain promotions or special treatment.

  2. To show affection or tenderness.

    1. The cat would fawn on my lap.
    2. The dog seemed to fawn, eager for attention and gentle petting from its owner.
fawn adjective

  1. Of a light yellowish-brown color.

    1. Her coat was a fawn color.
    2. The fawn leather boots completed her autumn outfit perfectly.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "fawn" in English means: A young deer, usually less than one year old, characterized by its reddish-brown coat and white spots., A light yellowish-brown color, similar to that of a young deer's coat..

The phonetic transcription of "fawn" is /fɔːn/ in British English and /fɑːn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "fawn": flatter, cajole, wheedle, beige.

Example usage of "fawn": "A fawn walked with her mother.". More examples on the page.