coloring
UK: ˈkʌlərɪŋ | US: ˈkʌlərɪŋ
n. the act or process of applying color
n. the appearance of something in terms of color
n. a substance used to give color (e.g., dye, pigment)
The word "coloring" derives from the Latin color, meaning "hue" or "shade," which entered Old French as colour and later Middle English as colour/color. The suffix -ing is a productive English nominalizing suffix, often indicating the result or process of an action (e.g., "painting," "writing"). Thus, "coloring" literally means "the act or result of applying color." The word reflects a straightforward morphological construction, combining a Latin-rooted noun with a Germanic suffix, showcasing English's hybrid etymology.
She enjoys coloring in her sketchbook with vibrant markers.
The coloring of the leaves changes dramatically in autumn.
This food coloring is made from natural ingredients.
His detailed coloring of the map made it easy to read.
The artist experimented with different coloring techniques.