noun
- a substance used to impart color to something; a dye or pigment
Usage: commonly used in manufacturing, textiles, food, and cosmetics industries
Examples
- The textile factory uses natural colourants derived from plants.
- Food manufacturers must ensure all colourants meet safety regulations.
- Synthetic colourants are often cheaper than natural alternatives.
- The artist mixed various colourants to achieve the desired shade.
- Cosmetic companies carefully select colourants for their products.
- This fabric was dyed with traditional colourants passed down through generations.