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coloring
noun col·or·ing \ˈkə-lə-riŋ\
: the act of adding colors to something (such as a picture in a coloring book)
: something that produces color
: the color of a person's skin and hair
Full Definition of COLORING
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a : the act of applying colors b : something that produces color or color effects c (1) : the effect produced by applying or combining colors (2) : natural color (3) : complexion, coloration d : change of appearance (as by adding color)
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: color 4
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First Known Use of COLORING
14th century
COLORING Defined for Kids
coloring
noun col·or·ing \ˈkə-lə-riŋ\
Definition of COLORING for Kids
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: the act of applying colors <His favorite activities are doing puzzles and coloring.>
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: something that produces color <This cookie has no artificial coloring.>
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: the effect produced by the use of color <His paintings are famous for their bright coloring.>
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: natural color <The cat has beautiful coloring.>
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: complexion <That red shirt looks great with your coloring.>
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