Pronunciation: /ˈtɪŋk.tʃər/
noun a solution of a medicinal substance in alcohol or water
A1 She added a tincture of vanilla to the cake batter.
A2 The herbal tincture helped alleviate his cold symptoms.
B1 The artist used a tincture of colors to create a vibrant painting.
B2 The pharmacist recommended a tincture for the patient's skin condition.
C1 The tincture of history and culture in the city made it a fascinating place to visit.
C2 The tincture of truth in her words resonated with the audience.
verb to tint or color with a tincture
A1 I tincture my tea with a little bit of honey.
A2 She tinctures her homemade remedies with various herbs.
B1 The chef tinctured the sauce with a hint of truffle oil for extra flavor.
B2 The artist tinctured the paint with water to create a lighter shade.
C1 The scientist tinctured the solution with a precise amount of chemicals for accurate results.
C2 The perfumer tinctured the fragrance with rare botanical extracts for a unique scent.
formal The pharmacist recommended a tincture of echinacea to help boost my immune system.
informal I picked up a tincture for my sore throat at the health food store.
slang I heard tinctures are all the rage for natural remedies these days.
figurative The artist used a tincture of blue to create a beautiful gradient in the painting.
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