coloring

• Qualifie ce qui ajoute de la couleur ou modifie la couleur d'autre chose.

Used to describe something that adds color or affects the color of something else.

1. Used for coloringB1formal

   Describing something that adds color or is used to apply color.

   colorant, qui sert à colorer

   • She used a coloring pencil to draw the picture.
   • The coloring agent in the paint is non-toxic.
   • He bought a coloring book for his daughter.

   Synonymesdyeingstainingtinting

   Antonymesfadingwhitening

• Substantif désignant l'action, le processus ou le résultat d'application d'une couleur sur quelque chose, ou la substance utilisée pour donner de la couleur.

A noun referring to the act, process, or result of applying color to something, or a substance used to impart color.

1. The act of applying colorA2formal

   The process or activity of adding color to something, such as a drawing or fabric.

   coloriage

   • The children enjoyed coloring the pictures in their books.
   • She spent the afternoon coloring a mandala design.
   • Coloring eggs is a popular Easter tradition.

   Synonymescolorationdyeingpaintingshadingtinting

2. The natural color or appearanceB1formal

   The particular combination of colors or the natural pigmentation of something, especially skin, hair, or an animal's coat.

   Coloration naturelle

   • The bird's bright coloring helps it attract a mate.
   • Her natural hair coloring is a beautiful shade of red.
   • The autumn leaves displayed a stunning coloring.

   Synonymescolorcolorationcomplexionhuepigmentationshadetinttone

3. A substance used to add colorB1formal

   A material, such as a dye or pigment, used to give color to something.

   colorant

   • Food coloring is often added to candies and drinks.
   • The artist used natural coloring from plants.
   • Some people are allergic to artificial coloring in food.

   Synonymescolordyepigmentstaintint

• Appliquer ou ajouter une couleur à quelque chose, ou influencer ou déformer quelque chose d'une certaine manière.

A verb meaning to add or apply color to something, or to influence or distort something in a particular way.

1. Add color to somethingA1formalamerican

   To apply color to something, such as a drawing or fabric.

   colorier

   • She colored the picture with bright crayons.
   • He colored the walls of his room blue.
   • The children love to color in their coloring books.

   Synonymescolorizedyepaintpigmentshadestaintingetintwash

   Antonymesbleachdecolorizefadepalewhiten

2. Influence or distortB2formal

   To influence someone's opinion or judgment, often in a biased way.

   Influencer (de manière biaisée)

   • His personal experiences colored his view of the situation.
   • Don't let your emotions color your decision.
   • The media coverage colored public perception of the event.

   Synonymesbiasdistortinfluenceprejudiceskewslantswaytainttwistwarp

3. Blush or become redB2informal

   To become red in the face due to embarrassment or emotion.

   Rougir

   • She colored slightly when he complimented her.
   • He colored with embarrassment after the mistake.
   • The child colored at the unexpected attention.

   Synonymesblushcrimsonflushredden

   Antonymesblanchbleachpalewhiten

Variantes phrasalcolor in