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noun

Definition of tincturesnext
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
as in paints
to give color or a different color to clouds tinctured by the rays of the setting sun

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  1. paints
  2. hues
  3. tones
Verb
  • Through surreal collages, abstract dreamscapes, and hauntingly beautiful animals, EMA paints a picture of humanity’s past, present, and future in the midst of challenges and changes.
    Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 31 Dec. 2024
  • However, data paints a different picture.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of paints
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  • Look at this year’s best iterations, available in wearable hues, from matte blacks to rich, gem tones, and a variety of silhouettes (cropped!
    Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Available in six shades in total, from your reds to your pinks and peachy hues, this formula has an extremely light watery texture, delivering a juicy, satin finish.
    Denise Primbet, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of hues
Noun
  • This ensures our testing base spans different skin tones, genders, and dermatological conditions.
    Sarah Han, Allure, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Later Barbie would embrace ethnic identities and various skin tones.
    Dawn Mitchell, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of tones
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