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colored
01
having a particular color other than black or white
Example
The package was wrapped in colored paper with a bow on top.
The store had a display of colored balloons for the celebration.
She had a collection of colored markers to use for art projects.
02
an outdated and now considered offensive term historically used to describe people of non-white races or ethnicities
Example
The historical museum exhibits artifacts related to the experiences of colored communities.
The novel explores the struggles and resilience of colored individuals in the early 20th century.
During that era, separate facilities for colored individuals were common in many places.
03
describing something that is exaggerated or distorted, often in a way that adds emphasis or drama
Example
The package was wrapped in colored paper with a bow on top.
The store had a display of colored balloons for the celebration.
She had a collection of colored markers to use for art projects.
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