colour code
A "colour code" uses distinct colours to categorize or identify items, making it easier to differentiate or organize them quickly.
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Definition
B2General
(common)A system of using distinct colours to identify or classify items.
Example
- The hospital uses a colour code to sort patient files.
- In the office, folders are colour-coded by project.
C1Technical
(technical)A standardized set of colours assigned to specific meanings, often used in diagrams or technical fields.
Example
- Electrical wiring often uses a colour code to indicate different types of wires.
- The map uses a colour code to show different elevation levels.
B2Data Visualization
(academic)A method of using colours to convey information or data visually.
Example
- The chart employs a colour code to distinguish between various data sets.
- Genealogy charts often use a colour code to represent different family branches.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "colour code":
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