colorant
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of colorant
1880–85; < French, present participle of colorer < Latin colōrāre to color. See color, -ant
Example Sentences
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The ultra-thin colorant is around two microns thick, and although less reflective, it's visibly blue and reflects UV well, possibly paving the way for new colorant methods.
From Science Daily • Feb. 7, 2024
The plantations mark a departure from Cock Duque’s original vision: using wild jagua trees in the Chocó as the sole source of the blue colorant.
From Science Magazine • Jun. 14, 2023
In one study cited by Gabriel’s office, titanium dioxide, used in Skittles as a colorant, was found to be associated with decreased immune responses in rats.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2023
Monascus ruber has had its pink/red pigment used for centuries in Asia as a food colorant.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 21, 2022
Between butter with colorant and the same without it, many consumers choose the one with colour.
From The Brain, A Decoded Enigma by Moisa, Dorin Teodor
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