dark-haired
UK: ˈdɑːkˌheəd | US: ˈdɑːrkˌherd
adj. having hair of a dark color
The word "dark-haired" is a straightforward compound adjective formed by combining "dark" (Old English deorc, meaning "absence of light") and "hair" (Old English hǣr, referring to the growth on the scalp). The suffix "-ed" transforms the noun phrase into an adjective, a common pattern in English (e.g., "blue-eyed"). This construction logically describes physical appearance by linking color and a body feature.
The dark-haired man stood out in the crowd of blondes.
She played the role of a mysterious, dark-haired detective.
Their dark-haired children inherited the trait from both parents.
The portrait featured a solemn, dark-haired woman in Victorian attire.
Dark-haired individuals often need stronger sunscreen to protect their scalps.