Synonyms for Mordant
Definition of mordant
- adjective
- harshly ironic or sinister; "black humor"; "a grim joke"; "grim laughter"; "fun ranging from slapstick clowning ... to savage mordant wit"
- of a substance, especially a strong acid; capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action
- noun
- a substance used to treat leather or other materials before dyeing; aids in dyeing process
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"Mordant" in song lyrics
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"what is a mordant"
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"chrome mordant"
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