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The definition of dusky is something dim or darkish in color.

(adjective)

A dim light similar to the one you get right as the sun is setting is an example of something that would be described as dusky.
A dark-red color is an example of something that might be described as dusky.

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See dusky in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective duskier, duskiest

somewhat dark in color; esp., swarthy
lacking light; dim; shadowy
gloomy; melancholy

Related Forms:

duskily adverb
duskiness noun

See dusky in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective dusk·i·er, dusk·i·est

Characterized by little or inadequate light; shadowy.
Rather dark in color: dusky skin. See Synonyms at dark.

Related Forms:

duskˈi·ly adverb

duskˈi·ness noun

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