coloration

noun

• 1a visual appearance with regard to color:some bacterial structures take on a purple coloration
• the natural color or variegated markings of animals or plants:the red coloration of many maples
• a scheme or method of applying color:the coloration of the drawing

• 2a specified pervading character or tone of something:the productions have taken on a political coloration
• a variety of musical or vocal expression:the subtle colorations of big-box speakers a skillful singer can do much with coloration