Definition of "pigment" in Englisch

noun

1. (biology) Any color in plant or animal cells.

   • Chlorophyll is the pigment responsible for most plants' green colouring.

2. A dry colorant, usually an insoluble powder.

   • Umber is a pigment made from clay containing iron and manganese oxide.

3. (obsolete) Wine flavoured with spices and honey.

verb

1. (transitive) To add color or pigment to something.