noun Download 🔗Share Any substance used to facilitate the fixing of a dye to a fibre; usually a metallic compound which reacts with the dye using chelation. Examples : "The tailor used mordants to permanently dye the fabric for the new curtains. " chemistry substance material color Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Any corrosive substance used in etching. Examples : "The artist carefully applied different mordants to the copper plate, creating lines and textures that would hold the ink for the etching. " substance chemistry material art Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A glutinous size used as a ground for gilding, to make the gold leaf adhere. Examples : "The artist carefully applied layers of mordants to the wooden frame before adding the gold leaf, ensuring a strong and lasting bond. " art material Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
