Definition

Something that does not have a color or is not classified as a color.

Example

In art, noncolor can refer to shades like black, white, and gray.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what a noncolor really is?

Not really, but I guess it means anything that's not a color, right?

Yeah, like gray or black can be considered noncolor shades.

That's interesting! I never thought of it that way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Noncolor → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "color" (from Latin "color", meaning hue or appearance). The word "noncolor" means something that is not a color or lacks color.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'color' referring to hue — so noncolor means something that is not a color.

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