Definition
The color between orange and green in the visible spectrum, produced by wavelengths of approximately 570–590 nanometers. It is the brightest color perceivable by the human eye and is often associated with warmth, happiness, and caution.
Example Usage
The bright yellow sunflowers turned their faces toward the morning sun.
Origin
From Old English 'geolu' or 'geolwe,' related to Old High German 'gelo' and ultimately Indo-European roots meaning 'shining' or 'gleaming'.
Fun Fact
Yellow is the only primary color that actually appears in nature with significant brightness; it's the color of ripe lemons, bananas, and daffodils.
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