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tinctorial

Syllabification: (tinc·to·ri·al)
Pronunciation: /tiNG(k)ˈtôrēəl/

Definition of tinctorial

adjective

technical
  • of or relating to dyeing, coloring, or staining properties.

Origin:

mid 17th century: from Latin tinctorius (from tinctor 'dyer', from tingere 'to dye or color') + -al

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