trichromic

/traɪˈkrɒmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or having three primary colors of light; having three types of color receptors.

“The trichromic vision system is typical in humans and some other animals.”

2. noun

A visual system or color vision that involves three types of color receptors.

“The trichromic vision of the human eye is responsible for its ability to perceive a wide range of colors.”

Synonyms

  • three-coloured
  • trichromatic

Antonyms

  • monochromatic
  • monochromous