Meaning & Definition of word "Color"
Color
/ˈkʌlər/
noun:
- 1. The property possessed by an object of producing different sensations on the eye as a result of the way it reflects or emits light.
- Example: The painting was filled with vibrant colors that captured everyone's attention.
- 2. A quality of light that ranges from red to violet, which is perceived by the human eye.
- Example: The sunset displayed a beautiful array of colors across the sky.
- 3. A particular shade or hue.
- Example: She chose a bright blue color for her new car.
verb:
- 1. To give color to something, or to apply a hue or tint.
- Example: She loves to color her drawings with bright markers.
- 2. To influence or affect something, often in a figurative sense.
- Example: His experiences tend to color his opinions on the matter.
Etymology
●Middle English 'colur', from Old French 'colur', from Latin 'color'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in color:
In a lively or vivid manner.
color code:
A system for categorizing colors.
true color:
The actual color of something, as opposed to a misleading or idealized version.
Related Words
chromatic:
Relating to color or colors.
monochrome:
Consisting of only one color.
saturation:
The intensity or purity of a color.
Slang Meanings of color
Meaning: To color outside the lines
● Example Sentence: She always colors outside the lines when it comes to creativity.
Meaning: See it in color
● Example Sentence: I need to see it in color to really understand the design.