Meaning of the word grayscale in English

What does grayscale mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

grayscale

US /ˈɡreɪˌskeɪl/
UK /ˈɡreɪˌskeɪl/

Noun

a range of shades of gray without apparent color

Example:
The old photograph was printed in grayscale.
The artist preferred to work in grayscale to emphasize form and texture.

Adjective

relating to or denoting a range of shades of gray without apparent color

Example:
The printer can produce both color and grayscale images.
He converted the color photo to a grayscale version for a classic look.