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Meaning of tincture

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tincture

Pronunciation:/ˈtɪŋ(k)tʃə//ˈtɪŋktʃɚ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A pigment or other substance that colours or dyes.

  2. A tint, or an added colour.

  3. A colour or metal used in the depiction of a coat of arms.

  4. An alcoholic extract of plant material, used as a medicine.

verb

Definitions

  1. To stain or impregnate (something) with color.

  2. To tinge; to taint.

  3. To soak (an organic substance) in alcohol or another liquid to produce a tincture.