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1ashen
adjective ash·en \ˈa-shən\
Definition of ASHEN
: of, relating to, or made from ash wood
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First Known Use of ASHEN
before 12th century
2ashen
adjective
Definition of ASHEN
: resembling ashes (as in color); especially : deathly pale <a face ashen and haggard>
First Known Use of ASHEN
14th century
ASHEN Defined for Kids
ashen
adjective ash·en \ˈa-shən\
Definition of ASHEN for Kids
1
: of the color of ashes <… his fur was an ashen hue with blots of grey … — Brian Jacques, Redwall>
2
: very pale <She was ashen with fear.>
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