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chrominance.

The signal used in video systems to convey the picture's colour information, separately from the accompanying luma signal.

11 characters3 syllables approx.English language

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noun/ˈkɹəʊ.mɪn.əns/Received-Pronunciation/ˈkɹoʊ.mɪ.nəns/General-American
  1. The signal used in video systems to convey the picture's colour information, separately from the accompanying luma signal.

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Where this word comes from

Blend of chroma + luminance.

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