Meaning of the word pigment in English

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

pigment

US /ˈpɪɡ.mənt/

UK /ˈpɪɡ.mənt/

the natural coloring matter of animal or plant tissue

Example:

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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.

Synonym:

colorant dye tint hue coloring

to color (something) with pigment

Example:

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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.

Synonym:

color dye tint stain paint

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