- an attribute of things that results from the light they reflect, transmit, or emit in so far as this light causes a visual sensation that depends on its wavelengths
- the aspect of visual perception by which an observer recognizes this attribute
- the quality of the light producing this aspect of visual perception
- (as modifier)
- Also called: chromatic colour
- a colour, such as red or green, that possesses hue, as opposed to achromatic colours such as white or black
- (as modifier)
- a substance, such as a dye, pigment, or paint, that imparts colour to something
- the skin complexion of a person, esp as determined by his race
- (as modifier)
- the use of all the hues in painting as distinct from composition, form, and light and shade
- the quantity and quality of ink used in a printing process
- the distinctive tone of a musical sound; timbre
- vividness, authenticity, or individuality
- semblance or pretext (esp in the phrases take on a different colour, under colour of)
- a precious mineral particle, esp gold, found in auriferous gravel
- one of three characteristics of quarks, designated red, blue, or green, but having no relationship with the physical sensation
- to give or apply colour to (something)
- to give a convincing or plausible appearance to (something, esp to that which is spoken or recounted)
- to influence or distort (something, esp a report or opinion)
- to become red in the face, esp when embarrassed or annoyed
- (esp of ripening fruit) to change hue
