Meaning & Definition of word "Colour"

Colour

/ˈkʌlə/

1. The property possessed by an object of producing differents sensations on the eye as a result of the way it reflects or emits light.
- Example: The artist used a vibrant colour palette for the landscape painting.
2. A particular shade of a given color.
- Example: She chose a bright red colour for her new car.
3. A characteristic or quality that gives something a distinctive appearance.
- Example: His personality has such a cheerful colour that everyone enjoys being around him.

1. To give something a particular colour.
- Example: She decided to colour her hair blue for the summer.
2. To influence or change something in a particular way.
- Example: His experiences in life colour his perception of success.

●From Old French 'colour', from Latin 'color'.

colour blind:

A person unable to distinguish some colors due to an eye condition.

add colour to something:

To make an event or situation more interesting or lively.

in full colour:

In vibrant and bright visuals, not in black and white.

chromatic:

Relating to or produced by color.

monochrome:

A color scheme based on only one hue.

spectrum:

A range of different positions, opinions, etc., especially on a particular subject.

Meaning: To die or change appearance.

● Example Sentence: After the summer, the leaves will colour.

Meaning: A term for a flag or emblem, often used in contexts involving pride.

● Example Sentence: They proudly wore their country's colours at the parade.