gamboge

[US]/ˈɡæmbəʊdʒ/
[UK]/ˈɡæmboʊdʒ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a yellow gum resin obtained from various tropical trees, used as a pigment and in traditional medicine
Word Forms
Pluralgamboges

Phrases & Collocations

gamboge color

gamboge pigment

gamboge extract

gamboge resin

gamboge paint

gamboge hue

gamboge shade

gamboge artwork

gamboge dye

gamboge tone

Example Sentences

gamboge is often used in traditional painting.

the artist mixed gamboge with other pigments.

gamboge has a rich yellow color.

she chose gamboge for her watercolor palette.

gamboge is derived from the resin of certain trees.

the warm hue of gamboge brightens the artwork.

in historical texts, gamboge was prized for its color.

gamboge can be used to create stunning landscapes.

many artists appreciate the transparency of gamboge.

gamboge is sometimes used in modern art as well.

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