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lake2

Syllabification: (lake)

Pronunciation: /lāk/

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Definition of lake

noun

[often with modifier]

an insoluble pigment made by combining a soluble organic dye and an insoluble mordant.
a purplish-red pigment made the same way as lake, used in dyes, inks, and paints and originally made with lac.