- teal - A property depending on the relations of light to the eye,
by which individual and specific differences in the hues and tints of
objects are apprehended in vision; as, gay colors; sad colors, etc. - Any hue distinguished from white or black. - The hue or color characteristic of good health and spirits;
ruddy complexion. - That which is used to give color; a paint; a pigment; as,
oil colors or water colors. - That which covers or hides the real character of anything;
semblance; excuse; disguise; appearance. - Shade or variety of character; kind; species.