pair of colours
A 'pair of colours' can refer to two distinct flags in a military context or two hues used together in design and art.
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Definition
B2Military
(formal, historical)Two flags carried by a regiment, one representing the nation and the other the regiment itself.
Example
- The regiment proudly displayed its pair of colours during the ceremony.
- Historically, the pair of colours indicated the unit's position on the battlefield.
B1Art and Design
(general, technical)Two hues chosen for their complementary or contrasting relationship in visual compositions.
Example
- The artist used a pair of colours to create a striking contrast in the painting.
- Designers often select a pair of colours to enhance the visual appeal of their work.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "pair of colours":
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