Main Entry: ¹tinc·ture

Pronunciation: \ˈtiŋ(k)-chər\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English, from Latin tinctura act of dyeing, from tinctus, past participle of tingere to tinge

Date: 14th century

1 a archaic : a substance that colors, dyes, or stains b : color, tint
2 a : a characteristic quality : cast b : a slight admixture : trace <a tincture of doubt>
3 obsolete : an active principle or extract
4 : a heraldic metal, color, or fur
5 : a solution of a medicinal substance in an alcoholic solvent