tincture
tincture / tincture / tincture / tincture
NounTransitive Verb
pl: tincturespast: tincturedpp: tinctureding: tincturing
In a pharmaceutical context, this term refers to a concentrated liquid extract where alcohol serves as the solvent. It implies a potent, medicinal preparation designed for stability and absorption. When used to describe emotions or colors, it suggests a subtle, barely perceptible infusion. It evokes the image of a drop of dye spreading through a clear liquid, indicating that a quality is present but not dominant.
Meanings
Nountincture
A medicine or extract made by dissolving a drug or plant in alcohol.
"The pharmacist prepared a tincture of valerian to help the patient sleep."
Nountincture
A slight trace of a feeling, quality, or color.
"There was a tincture of sadness in her voice despite the smile on her face."