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单词 pigmenting
释义

pigment

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noun

pig·​ment ˈpig-mənt How to pronounce pigment (audio)
1
: a substance that imparts black or white or a color to other materials
especially : a powdered substance that is mixed with a liquid in which it is relatively insoluble and used especially to impart color to coating materials (such as paints) or to inks, plastics, and rubber
2
: a coloring matter in animals and plants especially in a cell or tissue
also : any of various related colorless substances
pigmentary
ˈpig-mən-ˌter-ē How to pronounce pigment (audio)
adjective

pigment

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verb

pig·​ment ˈpig-ˌment How to pronounce pigment (audio)
-mənt
pigmented; pigmenting; pigments

transitive verb

: to color with or as if with pigment

Synonyms

Noun

  • color
  • colorant
  • coloring
  • dye
  • dyestuff
  • stain

Verb

  • bepaint [archaic]
  • color
  • dye
  • paint
  • stain
  • tincture
  • tinge
  • tint
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Example Sentences

Noun Chlorophyll is a group of green pigments. Melanin is a pigment that gives color to skin and fur. Albinos lack normal skin pigment. Pigments are used to give color to paint, ink, and plastic. Red pigment is mixed into the ink.
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
Ocher is a common pigment, and Borneo’s caves are richly decorated with ancient art dating back more than 43,000 years. Kiona N. Smith, Ars Technica, 7 Sep. 2022 Hemosiderin, a yellowish-brown iron-containing pigment, and melanin are thought to be responsible for skin darkening. Carolyn Barber, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2022 It is mined from the Earth and then processed into an inorganic solid white compound most commonly used as a pigment in paints, food coloring, sunscreen and cosmetic products. Dr. Michael Daignault, USA TODAY, 12 Aug. 2022 Titanium dioxide is a naturally occurring odorless white powder used as a pigment in a large number of candies, including Skittles, as well as in a range of other products, such as cosmetics and even house paint. Sam Jones, Scientific American, 29 July 2022 What sets this formula apart is the ability to add semi-permanent pigment or neutralizer. Catharine Malzahn, Good Housekeeping, 22 Aug. 2022 Nail Polish Remover, which removes polish pigment without stripping nails. Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 18 Aug. 2022 For slightly more pigment, opt for a beauty sponge, or, for an even bolder look, Bell recommends using a nylon brush to buff the product into the skin. Lauren Dana Ellman, Allure, 16 Aug. 2022 From the recent launch of No. 1 de Chanel’s comes this multipurpose lip and cheek pigment. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2022
Verb
Those extra pathways can pigment terms, weaponize musical notes, or even ruin a first date with a rather putrid-tasting name. Marion Renault, Popular Science, 27 Dec. 2020 Last year, UOMA Beauty came out the gate with inclusive foundation shades, literal Badass lipsticks, highly pigmented eyeshadows for darker skin tones, game-changing concealers, and more. Asia Milia Ware, Teen Vogue, 27 Feb. 2020 This under eye treatment is actually pigmented to act as a light concealer for those who may want extra coverage or who want to go makeup-free. Popular Science, 3 Nov. 2019 Good Dye Young Poser Paste ($18) is a waxy styling pomade that's incredibly pigmented and has a pleasant citrus smell. Louryn Strampe, Wired, 2 May 2020 It's highly pigmented and covers both spots and under eyes equally well. Glamour, 20 Mar. 2019 On top of that, the lipstick is also surprisingly pigmented. Devon Abelman, Allure, 1 Nov. 2019 Upon application to the cheeks, it was highly pigmented and a bit unnatural, but after a few moments, the color seemingly seeped into my skin, blending perfectly under a layer of powdered foundation. Teen Vogue, 17 May 2019 Judging by the very first pictures of the collection, the lipsticks, which have been in the pipeline for two years, look brilliantly pigmented. Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 21 Jan. 2020 See More

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English, spice, dye, from Latin pigmentum coloring substance, from pingere to paint — more at paint

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1896, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

pigment

noun

pig·​ment ˈpig-mənt How to pronounce pigment (audio)
1
: a substance that gives color to other materials
Red pigment is mixed into the ink.
2
: natural coloring matter in animals and plants

Medical Definition

pigment

noun

pig·​ment ˈpig-mənt How to pronounce pigment (audio)
: a coloring matter in animals and plants especially in a cell or tissue
also : any of various related colorless substances

pigmenting

verb

present participle of pigment
as in painting
to give color or a different color to pigmented varnishes

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • painting
  • coloring
  • staining
  • dyeing
  • brightening
  • tinting
  • tingeing
  • tincturing
  • darkening
  • tinging
  • bepainting
  • striping
  • lightening
  • variegating
  • marbling
  • mottling
  • flecking
  • speckling
  • patterning
  • dappling
  • specking
  • striating
  • streaking
  • embrowning
  • polychroming
  • daubing
  • toning (down)
  • checkering

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • bleaching
  • decolorizing
  • whitening
  • blanching
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