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Literary notes about oatmeal (AI summary)

In literature, the term "oatmeal" has, though rarely, been used to evoke a particular color quality—one that suggests a soft, muted, earthy tone reminiscent of the grain itself. For example, in [1] a character’s towel is described as "oatmeal‐coloured coarse linen striped with red," where the color serves not only as a visual cue but also as a marker of subtle, rustic charm. This single instance highlights how authors can borrow everyday associations, like the gentle hue of oatmeal, to add depth and texture to their descriptions.
  1. I had been given a small towel of oatmeal-coloured coarse linen striped with red, and a piece of soap wrapped up in a rag of white flannelette.
    — from Prisons & Prisoners: Some Personal Experiences by Lytton, Constance, Lady

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