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noun

ˈtiŋ(k)-chər How to pronounce tincture (audio)
Definition of tincturenext
as in shade
a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished a ragged shirt that seemed to be stained with the tincture of blood

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tincture

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verb

as in to paint
to give color or a different color to clouds tinctured by the rays of the setting sun

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Recent Examples of tincture
Noun
Functional mushrooms have moved from niche wellness shelves into mainstream supplement routines, and shoppers now face a choice that did not exist a decade ago, with mushroom powder, gummies or tinctures all on offer. — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 25 June 2026 Boxed-In Mushroom Company notes that traditional tincture making uses alcohol to pull certain compounds from mushroom material, while water plays a key role for the compounds that are water-soluble. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 25 June 2026
Verb
That sartorial elegance bespoke a deep embrace of tradition, tinctured with just the right amount of satire to be amusing. — Roger Kimball, WSJ, 15 May 2018 See All Example Sentences for tincture
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tincture
  1. shade
  2. paint
  3. color
  4. stain
  5. tone
  6. tint
  7. hue
  8. dye
Noun
  • Following the consolidation, the production capacity for Inpro’s shower curtains, cubicle curtains and roller shades was expected to increase, the company’s 2024 statement said.
    — Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
  • With the synthetic turf, there’s no concern about the shade from the existing tree canopy and playing conditions will be consistent.
    — Erik Matuszewski, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of shade
Verb
  • Another time it was painted green with ears to resemble Shrek's head.
    — Mandalit del Barco, NPR, 31 July 2026
  • It was draped over bars, painted onto subway walls and tattooed onto calves and forearms.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026
Definition of paint
Noun
  • There is at the same time just the one Garmin Cirqa, and four color options for it.
    — Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • All fruits and vegetables provide micronutrients and antioxidants, but those that are darker and richer in color have higher concentrations of these anti-inflammatory compounds.
    — Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 21 July 2026
Definition of color
Verb
  • The bronze is reportedly stained lipstick-pink from fans kissing it.
    — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Ceiling tiles were stained and chipped throughout the main cook line in the restaurant located inside the kid-friendly entertainment center.
    — Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026
Definition of stain
Noun
  • So much so, a conversation could become unnecessarily complicated as a result of everyone reacting to the tone, instead of the context.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 2 Aug. 2026
  • With gameplay systems, mechanics, controls, and visuals fully rebuilt on Unreal Engine 5, The Coalition aims to deliver the ultimate Gears of War experience with E-Day, and at least the atmosphere and tone seem pitch-perfect.
    — Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of tone
Verb
  • Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones talked about tinting the windows to AT&T Stadium following the FIFA World Cup in an interview with Fox 4.
    — Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The wings are brown tinted The hornets can be mistaken for native species.
    — Eva Flowe July 29, Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2026
Definition of tint
Noun
  • That brighter hue can be spotted in the lacquered hour and minute hands as well as the central chronograph’s seconds hand and the date disc, while white comes into play on the dial and the minutes track.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 30 July 2026
  • That's followed just two weeks later with a spectacular lunar eclipse that sees the moon fall deep into our planet's shadow, painting it a rusty-orange hue, weather permitting.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of hue
Verb
  • The silk taffeta dress was specially woven and dyed ivory and featured a ruffled collar, puffed sleeves, voluminous skirt and, perhaps most notably, a dramatic 25-foot train and 153-yard tulle veil.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026
  • Young women cut and dyed their hair, believing that the killer was targeting people with long, dark locks.
    — Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of dye

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