cobalt blue

noun

1
: a greenish-blue pigment consisting essentially of cobalt oxide and alumina
2
: a strong greenish blue

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Following colorful manis like cobalt blue nails, peach champagne nails, and lavender milk nails, Gomez and her longtime manicurist Tom Bachik have decided to go neutral and clean with shiny soap nails. Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 7 Apr. 2025 But she’s also matched its energy by pairing it with a cobalt blue sweater. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025 The cobalt blue adds a pop of color, while the plush upholstery brings that cozy touch. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2024 With its rich hunter green and cobalt blue shades, the Pottery Barn Stewart plaid tonal print wallpaper nods to classic tartan fabrics. Celia San Miguel, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cobalt blue

Word History

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of cobalt blue was in 1835

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“Cobalt blue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cobalt%20blue. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.

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