Colorfast: meaning, definitions and examples
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colorfast
[ ˈkʌlərˌfæst ]
textiles, durability
Colorfast refers to the resistance of a material, such as fabric, to fading or running of colors when exposed to various environmental conditions like sunlight, washing, and rubbing. It is an important quality for textiles, ensuring that items maintain their vibrant appearance over time. Colorfastness is often tested to ensure that colors remain intact and do not bleed into other fabrics when laundered or exposed to elements. Fabric that is not colorfast may lead to discoloration or staining of other items.
Synonyms
bleed-resistant, fade-resistant.
Examples of usage
- The colorfast fabric held up well after multiple washes.
- She was happy to find a colorfast dye for her art project.
- It's essential to choose colorfast materials for outdoor furniture.
Translations
Translations of the word "colorfast" in other languages:
🇵🇹 resistente à cor
🇮🇳 रंग-रहित
🇩🇪 farbbeständig
🇮🇩 awet warna
🇺🇦 стійкий до кольору
🇵🇱 trwały kolor
🇯🇵 色落ちしない
🇫🇷 résistant à la couleur
🇪🇸 resistente al color
🇹🇷 renk solmaya dayanıklı
🇰🇷 색상 유지
🇸🇦 مقاوم للألوان
🇨🇿 barevně stálý
🇸🇰 farebne stály
🇨🇳 耐色
🇸🇮 barvno obstojen
🇮🇸 litarefnið
🇰🇿 түстің тұрақтылығы
🇬🇪 ფერი მდგრადი
🇦🇿 rəng dayanıqlılığı
🇲🇽 resistente al color
Etymology
The term 'colorfast' originated in the early 20th century, combining the words 'color' and 'fast.' The word 'color' has its roots in the Latin 'color,' meaning hue or appearance, while 'fast' is derived from the Old English 'fǣst,' meaning securely fixed or stable. The concept of colorfastness became increasingly important with the rise of synthetic dyes and advanced textile manufacturing processes. As consumers began to prioritize durability in clothing and home textiles, manufacturers responded by developing materials that retained their color properties despite repeated washing and exposure to sunlight. Over time, the idea of colorfastness has extended beyond textiles to include various applications in design, art, and manufacturing, reflecting a collective desire for long-lasting color integrity in various products.