‖ ecru,a.|ekry, ˈeɪkruː| [F. écru raw, unbleached.] The name of a colour; the colour of unbleached linen. Also quasi-n. 1869Latest News 5 Sept. 7 White écru or maize are the shades preferred.1884Pall Mall G. 24 Sept. 9/1 The bridesmaids..wore dresses of pink satin and écru muslin.