Recolor: meaning, definitions and examples

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recolor

 

[ ˌriːˈkʌlər ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

art, design

Recolor refers to the act of changing the color of something, such as an image, object, or even a piece of artwork. This process can occur through digital tools or through physical means, such as paint or dye. In graphic design, recoloring is often used to alter the visual impact of an image or to adapt it for different branding purposes. It is an essential skill in fields like fashion design where color plays a significant role in the overall aesthetics.

Synonyms

re-tint, redye, repaint.

Examples of usage

  • I decided to recolor the painting to make it more vibrant.
  • The designer recommended to recolor the logo for a fresh look.
  • You can recolor the images using a photo editing software.

Translations

Translations of the word "recolor" in other languages:

🇵🇹 recolorar

🇮🇳 रंग बदलना

🇩🇪 umfärben

🇮🇩 mengubah warna

🇺🇦 перефарбувати

🇵🇱 przemalować

🇯🇵 色を変える

🇫🇷 recolorer

🇪🇸 recolorar

🇹🇷 renk değiştirmek

🇰🇷 색을 바꾸다

🇸🇦 إعادة تلوين

🇨🇿 přefarbit

🇸🇰 prefarbiť

🇨🇳 重新上色

🇸🇮 prebarvati

🇮🇸 endurnýta

🇰🇿 қайта бояу

🇬🇪 გადაღება

🇦🇿 yenidən boyamaq

🇲🇽 recolorar

Etymology

The term 'recolor' is a combination of the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'color.' The prefix 're-' originates from Latin 're-', which indicates repetition or back to a previous state. 'Color' comes from the Latin word 'color', meaning hue or shade. The modern use of 'recolor' emerged with the rise of digital media, where altering visuals became a frequent request. In traditional art, the concept of recoloring also existed, but it was more manually intensive, involving physical materials to change the appearance of an artwork. As design software evolved, the ability to recolor images with a few commands became commonplace, leading to the broader adoption of the term in various industries. Today, recoloring is pivotal in graphic design, fashion, interior decorating, and personal expression.