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pigment (noun)

A pigment is a dry substance or powder that is used to give color to materials like paint, ink, and even human skin. It is mixed with a liquid to create a medium that can be applied to surfaces for artistic or decorative purposes.

💬 Example

"I need to buy a tube of blue pigment to finish my sky painting."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'pig' rolling in colorful 'mud'. The mud is the 'pigment'. The pig makes the mud colorful, just like pigment...

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🔗 Synonyms
colorant dye tint stain coloring
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Confusing pigment with dye. → Pigment is insoluble, dye is soluble.

Using 'pigment' to describe light itself. → Light doesn't have pigment; objects have pigment that interacts with light.

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