χρώμα — meaning in English
chroma
Greek → English · translate English → Greek instead
English meaning
- color noun The visual quality of light that lets us tell red from blue, green from yellow, and so on.
- complexion noun The natural color and texture of a person's facial skin.
- paint noun A liquid or paste that is spread onto a surface and dries into a solid, coloured coating.
- stain noun A discoloured mark left by a substance that soaks into a surface.
- suit noun A matching jacket and trousers (or skirt) worn together as formal or business clothing.
Senses
χρώμα is used for these senses in English:
- color These hues as used in color television or films, color photographs, etc (as opposed to the shades of grey used in black-and-white television).
- complexion The quality, colour, or appearance of the skin on the face.
- paint (dated) Any substance fixed with latex to harden it.
- stain A substance used to soak into a surface and colour it.
- suit (card games) Each of the sets of a pack of cards distinguished by colour and/or specific emblems, such as the spades, hearts, diamonds, or clubs of traditional Anglo, Hispanic, and French playing cards.
color — full definition
- noun The visual quality of light that lets us tell red from blue, green from yellow, and so on.
- noun A person's skin tone, especially as it relates to race or ethnicity.
- noun Interesting or lively detail that makes something more vivid or engaging.
- verb To add color to something, often with crayons, paint, or dye.
complexion — full definition
- noun The natural color and texture of a person's facial skin.
- noun The general character or nature of a situation.