color hue; Buddhist form; woman's looks
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color hue; tint; the qualitative appearance of a color
technicalTechnical term in color theory and optics referring to the attribute of a color that distinguishes it as red, yellow, blue, etc., as seen in the color spectrum.
Red, orange, yellow, green, cyan, and purple are the six basic hues.
The color wheel is an important tool in color theory.
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Adjusting the hue can make the image more vivid.
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form and appearance of objects (Buddhist term)
formalIn Buddhist philosophy (specifically in the Heart Sutra), refers to the physical form or visible appearance of all material phenomena (色, rūpa), which is considered illusory and transient. Often contrasted with 'emptiness' (空).
Buddhism teaches that all forms are empty and one should not cling to them.
The Heart Sutra states: 'Form is emptiness, emptiness is form.' Here 'form' refers to physical appearance.
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After years of practice, he has long seen through the illusory nature of physical forms.
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a woman's looks and figure; feminine beauty; physical charms
neutralRefers to a woman's facial features and physical figure, often emphasizing beauty or sex appeal. Usage can range from neutral description to objectification depending on context.
When she was young, her beauty was outstanding, and she was a great beauty known far and wide.
This novel excessively describes the physical charms of women.
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In the entertainment industry, physical appearance is often more easily noticed than talent.
His comments on women's looks appeared very disrespectful.