Definitions

1. noun

A colour intermediate between black and white

“The house was painted a beautiful shade of grey.”

2. adjective

Having the colour grey

“She wore a grey dress to the party.”

3. noun

A period of time in a person’s life when their hair turns grey

“He entered his grey years after retiring from work.”

4. verb

To make something appear grey, especially by painting it

“The artist greyed the wood to create a beautiful contrast.”

5. verb

To make something less colourful or less bright

“The photographer greyed the colours to create a moody atmosphere.”