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pigment

/ˈpɪɡmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does pigment mean?

noun

A substance used to color or dye other materials, or a coloring matter in a liquid or paste form. A pigment is a substance that changes the color of reflected or transmitted light through wavelength-selective absorption.

Example

"The artist mixed the pigment with a solvent to create a vibrant paint."

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