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self-colored

adjective

ˌself-ˈkə-lərd How to pronounce self-colored (audio)
Definition of self-colorednext
as in solid
having or consisting of a single color although a self-colored cat is most frequently black, it may also be brown, cream, lilac, blue, or red

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  1. solid
  2. self
  3. neutral
Adjective
  • Not to say that Macbeth is pandering; but this big, sweeping production with all of the fixings is a solid kick-off to the calendar.
    — Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Credit quality should also be a focal point for investors hunting for solid portfolio income and better diversification against stocks.
    — Darla Mercado, CFP®, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of solid
Adjective
  • An inspector’s notes also stated there were cardboard containers on the floor, a non-self closing restroom door, no training documentation for the staff.
    — Pam McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2023
  • The women's brains showed a clear divide between the areas of the brain activated by self and non-self MHCs.
    — Breanna Draxler, Discover Magazine, 24 Jan. 2013
Definition of self
Adjective
  • Different views on the topic Bianco’s legal team argued that the sheriff had a duty to investigate a complaint alleging discrepancies in the election and had acted lawfully after obtaining search warrants from a neutral magistrate.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Much like white, navy blue is a classic, timeless color that offers a deep neutral contrast to black or gray doors without sacrificing a sophisticated look.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of neutral
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“Self-colored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-colored. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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