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Method of painting in which colour is applied in one session, with no later changes or additions being made to the painting. In an oil painting, any preparatory drawing would, therefore, be completely covered by the first and final layer of paint.

Black, yellow, and green are colours found in many African flags and reflect the islanders' heritage. Effective date: 6 August 1962. >>