single-colored
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/ˈsɪŋɡəl ˈkʌlərd/
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/ˈsɪŋɡəl ˈkʌləd/
one color
Etymology
Etymology Information
'single-colored' originates from the combination of 'single,' meaning 'one,' and 'colored,' meaning 'having a color.'
Historical Evolution
'single-colored' evolved from the Middle English word 'singel' and the Old English word 'coloured,' eventually forming the modern English term 'single-colored.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having one color,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having only one color; not multicolored.
The artist painted a single-colored canvas to emphasize simplicity.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45