coloration

 
Pronunciation: /kʌləˈreɪʃ(ə)n/
(also colouration)

noun

  • 1the appearance of something with regard to colour: some bacterial structures take on a purple coloration
  • the natural colouring of animals or plants: the red coloration of many maples
  • a scheme of applying colour in art: the coloration of the drawing
  • 2the 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

Origin:

early 17th century: from late Latin coloratio(n-), from colorare 'to colour'

Spelling help

Coloration can also be spelled colouration: both are correct.