tone color

noun

: timbre

Examples of tone color in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The tape comes in four different skin tone colors, plus classic black. Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 2 Feb. 2024 Cons The tape is only available in a fair skin tone color. Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 2 Feb. 2024 The brand has inclusive sizing ranging from XXS to 6XL, and the underwear options come in six different skin tone colors (plus black and some bright hues). Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 11 Aug. 2023 Some may be looking for a minimizer bra in more skin tone colors or an option with an underwire. Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 5 Aug. 2023 The series may offer three-tone color schemes too. Maren Estrada, BGR, 2 Aug. 2021 However, the clean lines and two tone color scheme make the look simple enough to wear as a dress watch. Men's Health, 24 Feb. 2023 The Victorians favored a rich, jewel-tone color palette for their homes. Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2023 Its oversized profile, combined with realistic two-tone color schemes resembles a wide variety of baitfish. Max Inchausti, Field & Stream, 23 Jan. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tone color was in 1881

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“Tone color.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tone%20color. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.

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