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pigment

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pigment
1. noun
a) Any color in plant or animal cells

Chlorophyll is the pigment responsible for most plants green colouring.

b) A dry colorant, usually an insoluble powder

Umber is a pigment made from clay containing iron and manganese oxide.

See Also: pimiento
2. verb
To add color or pigment to something.

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