colorway

noun

col·​or·​way ˈkə-lər-ˌwā How to pronounce colorway (audio)
: a color or arrangement of colors
fabric sold in a variety of colorways

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Alongside the yellow and orange Avanti LS colorway, another silhouette is on the horizon which will arrive in orange and magenta. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 12 Mar. 2025 Its popularity can be attributed to its sleek design, high-quality, leak-proof build, and versatility—not to mention its colorways, which give our eyeshadow palettes a run for their money. Annie Blackman, Allure, 12 Mar. 2025 The three colorways are neutral enough to look good against any furniture. Jennifer Adams, StyleCaster, 6 Mar. 2025 The aesthetic—typically evoking a feeling of elegance, glamour and refinement—is often seen as a celebration of both femininity and the female form through beautiful colorways, flattering fit and sleek styling. Elizabeth Grace Coyne, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for colorway

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of colorway was in 1941

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“Colorway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/colorway. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.

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