Colorant

Pronunciation: /ˈkoʊɫoʊˈɹænt/

Colorant (noun)

  1. A substance added to food or drink to give or change its colour.
  2. A substance used to add colour to materials such as cloth, paper, or paint.
  3. A chemical that produces colour in a product, often by absorbing or reflecting light.

Examples

  • The colorant makes the drink look bright.
  • This colorant is used in desserts for color.