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brindled

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Illustration of "brindled": "Brindled" describes a coat of fur or skin that is marked with streaks or patches of a darker color

What does "brindled" mean?

"Brindled" describes a coat of fur or skin that is marked with streaks or patches of a darker color against a lighter base. The mental image is that of a tiger's stripes or a mottled, smoky pattern that looks almost like it has been brushed or painted onto the animal's hide. This term is almost exclusively used to describe animals, particularly dogs, cattle, or cats. It is a precise, somewhat descriptive word that suggests a natural, earthy texture. You will often see it used in breed standards or by owners describing the specific color pattern of their pets.

"brindled" in conversation

At the dog park

I love your dog’s coat, the pattern is so unique.

I love your dog’s coat, the pattern is so unique.

Thanks! He’s a Dutch Shepherd, so he has that classic brindled look.

Thanks! He’s a Dutch Shepherd, so he has that classic brindled look.

Used to describe a specific, pattern-heavy coat color in dogs.

Describing a cat

Is your new kitten a tabby?

Is your new kitten a tabby?

Actually, no, she’s a brindled tortoiseshell with really beautiful, smoky streaks.

Actually, no, she’s a brindled tortoiseshell with really beautiful, smoky streaks.

Shows how 'brindled' can distinguish a specific pattern from common terms like 'tabby'.

"brindled" in a sentence

  1. The boxer had a beautiful brindled coat.

    The boxer had a beautiful brindled coat.

  2. The brindled pattern on the cow made it stand out in the herd.

    The brindled pattern on the cow made it stand out in the herd.

  3. She traced the brindled markings of the cat, admiring the subtle shift from brown to charcoal.

    She traced the brindled markings of the cat, admiring the subtle shift from brown to charcoal.

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