brunette

This term specifically describes a feminine subject, carrying a distinct gendered connotation that separates it from the masculine counterpart, brunet. While the adjective form describes the hair color, the noun form functions as a label for the person herself, often evoking an image of sophistication or a specific aesthetic type in literature and film.

As a noun, it follows standard English countability rules for people. It is used to categorize individuals by physical appearance, typically in contexts involving descriptions of characters or physical identification.