tinctorial
pertaining to coloring or dyeing.
Origin of tinctorial
1Other words from tinctorial
- tinc·to·ri·al·ly, adverb
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How to use tinctorial in a sentence
(d) Two series of azo dyes of selenium have been prepared and have been shown to possess a marked tinctorial value.
Cochineal and lac-dye have now nearly superseded the use of kermes as a tinctorial substance, in England.
A Dictionary of Arts, Manufactures and Mines | Andrew UreThe tinctorial value of these plants was known in India and Egypt long before the Christian era.
Coal | Raphael MeldolaThe phthaleïns are all acid compounds possessing more or less tinctorial power.
Coal | Raphael MeldolaThe large quantity of madder consumed for tinctorial purposes is indicative of the value of this dye-stuff.
Coal | Raphael Meldola
British Dictionary definitions for tinctorial
/ (tɪŋkˈtɔːrɪəl) /
of or relating to colouring, staining, or dyeing
imbuing with colour
Origin of tinctorial
1Derived forms of tinctorial
- tinctorially, adverb
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