noun๐ShareAny substance used to facilitate the fixing of a dye to a fibre; usually a metallic compound which reacts with the dye using chelation."The artist used alum as a mordant to help the natural dye adhere to the cotton fabric. "substancechemistrymaterialtechnicalcolorChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareAny corrosive substance used in etching."The artist carefully applied the mordant to the metal plate before etching her design. "substancechemistrymaterialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA glutinous size used as a ground for gilding, to make the gold leaf adhere."The artist carefully applied the mordant to the wooden frame before pressing the gold leaf onto its surface. "artmaterialsubstanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo subject to the action of, or imbue with, a mordant."Mordant these goods for dyeing."chemistryprocessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective๐ShareHaving or showing a sharp or critical quality"Her teacher's comments on the essay were mordant, pointing out every minor error. "attitudecharacterqualityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective๐ShareServing to fix a dye to a fibre."The mordant solution helped the natural dye bind permanently to the cotton fabric, ensuring the colors wouldn't wash out. "materialchemistryscienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
