aureolin

/ɔːˈrɛəlɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A yellow pigment made from orpiment, or a yellow dye made from turmeric or other sources, or a yellowish pigment used in staining, especially in histology.

“The artist used aureolin to create a warm, sunny atmosphere in the painting.”

Synonyms

  • ochre
  • orpiment
  • turmeric

Antonyms

  • black dye
  • blue pigment