Thesaurus results for DYESTUFF

dyestuff

noun

ˈdī-ˌstəf

Definition of dyestuff

as in pigment

a substance used to color other materials indigo is a dyestuff originally from India

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Recent Examples of dyestuff The once thriving dyestuff industry in Germany found itself in increasingly dire straits as the war progressed. — Literary Hub, 2 Apr. 2026 This cutting-edge technology uses membrane separation to extract indigo dyestuffs from wastewater. — Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 12 Feb. 2025 For most of history, dyestuffs were derived only from natural materials like plants, minerals and invertebrates, offering people a narrow range of colors from which to choose. — Bruce Falconer, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2018 By the close of the 19th century, German dyestuffs dominated the world market, though the first effects of acute exposures were already evident among the earliest generations of dye workers. — Rebecca Altman, The Atlantic, 4 Oct. 2017

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Saturated in velvety blues, reds, and blacks, Zumthor’s surfaces all but vibrate; the subtle variations in the application of the paint and the alchemy of the pigment on the concrete substrate bring the walls maximally to life.

— Katy Barkan, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026
Simply use a cleansing balm or micellar water makeup remover that dissolves the pigments and film-forming agents that make the eyeshadow waterproof and long-lasting.

— Laura Sandroni, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of pigment

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And, as expected from Vanicream (which is known for its ultra-gentle formulas), the serum is fragrance-free and formulated without common allergens like dyes and lanolin.

— Deanna Pai, Vogue, 2 Sep. 2026
This means turning to the internet to learn about red dyes, additives, food as medicine, essential oils, and when to apply a garlic poultice to the bottom of your feet.

— Ruby Cramer, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of dye

Noun

Updates across the lists include new restrictions on flame retardants and colorants, new or tightened limits on some chemicals and metals, and new substance limits for jewelry.

— Cleo Levin, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026
The dye free version skips the yellow colorant for a shorter ingredient list and a cleaner look.

— Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026

Definition of colorant

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