multicolor

American  

[muhl-ti-kuhl-er] / ˈmʌl tɪˌkʌl ər /

adjective

1. of many colors; multicolored.

2. (of a printing press) capable of printing more than two colors simultaneously or in a single operation.

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noun

1. an arrangement or design of many colors.

Etymology

Origin of multicolor

First recorded in 1840–50; back formation from multicolored

Example Sentences

We have twin librarians, who wear matching multicolor knit caps.

From Literature

An office space features multicolor wallpaper and a large window.

From MarketWatch

It’s just a quiet drive beneath a near mile of stately cedars bedecked with strings of multicolor lights.

From Los Angeles Times

Handwoven baskets are adorned with fringe made from strips cut from multicolor T-shirts, and patchwork hoodies feature the brand’s signature triangle motif.

From Los Angeles Times

The account published an Instagram story that asked for more information about No. 44, and posted two purported versions of it: one with the multicolor swatch, one with the plain white swatch, Steven said.

From Los Angeles Times