tinctures 1 of 2

plural of tincture
as in colors
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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tinctures

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verb

present tense third-person singular of tincture

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Recent Examples of tinctures
Noun
Spackman spent about a thousand dollars on herbs, tinctures, and oils. Ruby Cramer, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026 Anima Mundi Apothecary, in Venice, offers jars of loose, organic herbs as well as tinctures and sprays to beat the heat. Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2026 Those products, including many gummies, drinks and tinctures, remain legal. Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 31 July 2026 Within this framework, goji berry preparations, including tonics, tinctures, and powders, are used to support the yin of the liver, kidneys, and lungs. Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 July 2026 With a history that stretches back to 1221, this is considered the world’s oldest pharmacy, where Dominican friars produced medicinal tinctures and perfumes. Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026 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 De Vie The hyper-seasonal, nose-to-tail dishes at De Vie are designed to pair alongside cocktails crafted from French and housemade spirits, and the nonalcoholic versions play just as large a role in the restaurant and bar’s living laboratory of infusions and tinctures. Lane Nieset, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026 All infusions, tinctures, and syrups are crafted entirely in-house, sometimes requiring overnight clarification to achieve the perfect flavor and texture. Mariette Williams, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tinctures
Noun
  • Available in 12 colors, these jeans pack a ton of versatility.
    Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The brand’s Speedcat Ballet Mules arrived earlier this season and, immediately, colors started selling out.
    Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 29 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • That model paints a particularly favorable picture for North Dakota State.
    Giovanni Malloy, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • As diplomats, schoolchildren, and business executives trickle back into the region, inbound flight data for August paints a picture of uneven recovery.
    semafor.com, semafor.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The rapper’s all-black outfit was allowed, but his shades violated court etiquette.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Reminiscent of Isamu Noguchi’s iconic rice paper shades, this Japandi floor lamp uses linen for a softer take on the look.
    Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Turmeric tints the cream an almost glowing gold, and a heap of sharp white cheddar melts straight into the mix, giving it both body and tang.
    The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2025
  • Anyone who tints or colors their hair knows all about this.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • No colors within this shade family can do it quite as effortlessly as smoky sage and olive, two hues the designer says can work in just about anywhere and with any application.
    Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Shop them packs of 16, 20, or 24 in warm white for a cozy glow or color-changing lights that fade between six different hues.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The self-tan wipes are easy to apply and contain exfoliating acids that smooth the skin, plus encapsulated DHA (the ingredient that stains the skin) to leave behind a radiant tan.
    Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Homemade plum compote stains the filling with a vibrant red ribbon.
    Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The beaches shimmer in charcoal tones, while sunburnt locals and tourists alike sip espresso beneath striped umbrellas.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Dark finishes were swapped with pastel tones, blue accents and golden colors, and mirrors were added to play off the natural light.
    Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • As fans of the book may recall, Sloane dyes her hair to match her employer—no wonder Lohan and Woodley look like blonde twins!
    Meg Walters, InStyle, 13 June 2026
  • This information is conveyed by a hilariously avant-garde Poulter, playing the store’s manager, who dyes his hair to match each monochromatic scheme and hides his nefariousness behind a company policy that requires techno music to be played at maximum volume at all times.
    Jada Yuan, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026

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“Tinctures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tinctures. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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