body color

noun

1

: the color of the body of absorbing substances (such as gems) due to transmitted light

—opposed to surface color

2

a

: a pigment that imparts opacity or hiding power to a paint

b

: an opaque coat of paint

c

: the predominant color of a house or other object as contrasted with the color of the trim

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