Brindle

usgb/ˈbrɪndl/
adjective

A mix of different colors (often black and brown) in a pattern on the skin of some animals, especially dogs.

That dog has a brindle coat.
Visual representation of "brindle" - A mix of different colors (often black and brown) in a pattern on the skin of some animals, especially dogs

Often appears as...

  • brindle coat
  • brindle pattern
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Animal Coats

Primarily used to describe the coat patterns of certain animals, often dogs, with a marbled appearance.

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The shelter has a brindle mastiff up for adoption.
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Not Uniform

'Brindle' implies a swirling or blended pattern, not a solid color or uniform spots.

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You'll recognize him; he's got distinctive brindle markings.
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Visual Description

Use 'brindle' when you want to vividly describe the look of an animal's fur for clarity.

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Her brindle fur made her blend in with the autumn leaves.
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