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Color in Meaning in English

expression

ˈkəɫɝ/, /ˈkɔɫɝ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
KUL-er IN
ˈkʌl.ə(ɹ)/ /ˈɪn
KUL-uh in

释义

To fill an outlined shape or drawing with color, usually using pencils, crayons, or markers.

用法与细微差别

Mostly used with children's activities and art. Common collocation: 'color in the lines' (stay within the outline). Not used for painting walls ('paint') or digital design ('fill'). Sometimes also used figuratively: 'color in the details' (add small details or information).

例句

Please color in the apple on this page.

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He took a red crayon to color in the heart.

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If you color in outside the lines, that's okay.

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My little brother loves to color in superhero pictures.

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You can color in to relax after a long day.

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Don't forget to color in all the small spaces!

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