A beetle, Leptinotarsa decemlineata, formerly Doryphora decemlineata, with black and yellow stripes, that is a serious pest of potatoes.

The policy of a country seeking to extend or retain its authority over other people or territories, generally with the aim of economic dominance. / A colonial word, phrase, concept, or habit.

(British spelling) Alternative spelling of coloration

(anatomy) The S-shaped section of the large intestine between the descending colon and the rectum.

The process of establishing a colony. / (social sciences) The process of colonizing or taking over.

(printing, publishing) In manuscripts (typically before the invention of printing), the note, usually at the end, left by the scribe who copied it, giving information on their exemplar, where and when the copy was made, and sometimes, their own name.

(uncountable) Florid or fancy passages in vocal music. / (countable) A singer of such passages, especially a soprano.

Pertaining to coloratura.

Britain standard spelling of color blindness.

Any substance added to food in order to change its colour.