: colored in two colors or in two shades of one color
two-tone shoes

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When not multi-colored with bespoke rainbows or other artists’ visions, two-tone exterior color patterns were also acceptable decades ago. James Raia, Mercury News, 26 Oct. 2025 This 6-panel hat features a classic silhouette with a two-tone green and brown design that complements just about anything in his wardrobe. Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 22 Oct. 2025 What really stands out about these Ugg sneakers is the two-tone laces and dual-lace system—no tying necessary. Katrina Cossey, Parents, 8 Oct. 2025 The slim design has clear crystals on the dial and a two-tone gold and stainless steel bracelet. Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 4 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for two-tone

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First Known Use

1906, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of two-tone was in 1906

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“Two-tone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/two-tone. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.

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