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colorist

|col/or/ist|

B2

/ˈkʌlərɪst/

expert in color use

Etymology
Etymology Information

'colorist' originates from the word 'color,' which comes from the Latin word 'color,' meaning 'hue or tint.'

Historical Evolution

'color' transformed from the Old French word 'colour,' and eventually became the modern English word 'color' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'hue or tint,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person skilled in the use of color.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

an artist or designer who uses color in a skillful and distinctive way.

The colorist used vibrant hues to bring the painting to life.

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Noun 2

a person who applies color to black-and-white illustrations, especially in comic books.

The comic book colorist added depth to the illustrations with subtle shading.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42