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subtractive

[səbˈtræktɪv]

subtractive Definition

  • 1relating to or involving subtraction or the process of taking something away
  • 2relating to or denoting a method of color mixing in which the primary colors are cyan, magenta, and yellow, with black often added for greater depth, and which is used in printing and photography

Using subtractive: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "subtractive" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The subtractive method of color mixing is used in printing.

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    Subtractive manufacturing involves removing material from a larger piece to create a smaller one.

  • Example

    Subtractive synthesis is a method of creating sounds by filtering out harmonics from a complex waveform.

subtractive Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: subtractive in Brief

The term 'subtractive' [səbˈtræktɪv] refers to the process of taking something away or the method of color mixing using cyan, magenta, and yellow. It is used in various fields such as printing, manufacturing, and sound synthesis.