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Definition of: pigment
(pig′mənt) noun
1. Any of a class of finely powdered, insoluble coloring matters suitable for making paints, enamels, oil colors, etc.
2. Any substance that imparts color to animal or vegetable tissues, as chlorophyll.
3. Any substance used for coloring. [<L pigmentum <pingere paint. Doublet of PIMENTO.]
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