1. the phenomenon in which two colors appear identical under one light source but different under another light source
Usage: technical; color science
2. the condition of having a body composed of similar segments arranged in a linear series
Usage: biology; zoology

Examples

• The fabric samples showed metamerisms when viewed under fluorescent versus incandescent lighting.
• Paint manufacturers must account for metamerisms to ensure color consistency across different environments.
• Metamerisms in earthworms allow for flexible movement through soil.
• The study of metamerisms helps biologists understand animal body organization.
• Retail stores use specific lighting to minimize metamerisms in clothing displays.
• Arthropods exhibit clear metamerisms in their segmented body structure.