Colouration (Noun)
Meaning 1
The timbre of a musical sound; "the recording fails to capture the true color of the original music".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The subtle colouration of the violin's tone added a richness to the melody that was missing from the synthesised version.
- The warm colouration of the woodwind instruments brought a sense of comfort to the sorrowful ballad.
- The bright colouration of the brass section cut through the complexity of the jazz piece.
- The distinctive colouration of the singer's voice made her immediately recognisable, even in a crowded musical ensemble.
- The poor colouration of the digital recording made the listener yearn for the authentic sound of a live performance.
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Meaning 2
Choice and use of colors (as by an artist).
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 3
Appearance with regard to color; "her healthy coloration".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.