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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Each one is made to order in one of five Sunbrella colorways and easily seats three to five people. Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2025 They’re made from a thick, soft cotton fabric that comes in 10 different colorways and is super absorbent. Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 21 Mar. 2025 Available in 18 colorways, opt for a sophisticated neutral shade, or add a pop of color to your wardrobe with the coral red or peacock blue options. Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 20 Mar. 2025 The Stephen Sprouse x Marc Jacobs tote bag in its idiosyncratic pink graffitti colorway (retailing for $550) is available at Marc Jacobs’ boutiques globally, on Marc Jacobs’ official website and at select luxury retailers. Julia Teti, WWD, 19 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 28 Mar. 2025.

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