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coloration

Coloration (noun) means the act or art of coloring.

noun
1
The act or art of coloring.
2
The quality of being colored.
3
A notational device for indicating hemiola through either use of red ink (in mensural black notation) or black noteheads (in mensural white notation).
4
Ornamental division (also called passaggi, glosas, diminutions. etc.) employing rapid black notes.
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Etymology

From French coloration, from Latin colōrātiō.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of coloration?

"coloration" (noun) means the act or art of coloring.

What are the different meanings of coloration?

"coloration" has 3 main meanings: 1. The act or art of coloring; 2. The quality of being colored; 3. A notational device for indicating hemiola through either use of red ink (in mensural black notation) or black noteheads (in mensural white notation).

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