color-safe
|col-or-safe|
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/ˈkʌlər seɪf/
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/ˈkʌlə seɪf/
protection for colors
Etymology
Etymology Information
'color-safe' originates from the combination of 'color' and 'safe', where 'color' refers to the hue or shade of an object, and 'safe' implies protection or security.
Historical Evolution
The term 'color-safe' evolved from the need to describe products that protect colors from fading, especially in the textile and hair care industries.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'safe for colors', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
designed to prevent fading or damage to colors, especially in fabrics or hair products.
This detergent is color-safe, so it won't fade your clothes.
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Last updated: 2025/05/25 09:37