Colorifics

/ˌkʌlərˈɪfɪks/ noun

Definition

Plural noun referring to colorific substances or agents; materials or compounds that have the power to produce or impart color.

Etymology

Plural of the adjective/noun 'colorific,' used as a technical term in chemistry, textiles, and dyeing contexts.

Kelly Says

In historical textile production, colorifics were a closely guarded trade secret—woad, madder, and other natural colorifics were so valuable that entire regions' economies depended on controlling them, and some were worth more per ounce than gold.

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