pigment

US /ˈpɪɡ.mənt/
UK /ˈpɪɡ.mənt/
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the natural coloring matter of animal or plant tissue

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Melanin is the pigment that gives human skin, hair, and eyes their color.
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The artist used natural pigments derived from plants.
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to color (something) with pigment

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The artist carefully pigmented the canvas with vibrant blues and greens.
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The new dye is designed to pigment fabrics evenly.
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