pigmentum — meaning in English

English meaning

• paint noun A liquid or paste that is spread onto a surface and dries into a solid, coloured coating.
• pigment noun A substance that gives colour to something, such as paint, skin, or plant cells.

Senses

pigmentum is used for these senses in English:

• pigment A dry colorant, usually an insoluble powder.

paint — full definition

1. noun A liquid or paste that is spread onto a surface and dries into a solid, coloured coating.
2. noun A set of paints or paint colours used for painting pictures.
3. verb To apply paint to a surface.
4. verb To create a picture using paints.
5. verb To describe or portray something vividly, especially in words.

pigment — full definition

1. noun A substance that gives colour to something, such as paint, skin, or plant cells.
2. verb To add colour to something.

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