First Known Use: 1655
Dictionary
tinctorial
adjective tinc·to·ri·al \tiŋ(k)-ˈtȯr-ē-əl\
Definition of TINCTORIAL
: of or relating to colors or to dyeing or staining; also : imparting color
— tinc·to·ri·al·ly \-ē-ə-lē\ adverb
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Origin of TINCTORIAL
Latin tinctorius, from tingere to tinge
Medical Dictionary
tinctorial
adjective tinc·to·ri·al \tiŋk-ˈtōr-ē-əl\
Medical Definition of TINCTORIAL
: of or relating to dyeing or staining <the tinctorial reaction of eosin>
—tinc·to·ri·al·ly \-ē\ adverb
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