Ocher: meaning, definitions and examples

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ocher

 

[ หˆoสŠ.kษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

color shade

Ocher is a natural earth pigment containing iron oxide, known for its warm yellow to brown tones. This pigment has been used since prehistoric times for art, decoration, and as a coloring agent in various applications.

Synonyms

sienna, terra cotta, yellow ochre.

Examples of usage

  • The artist chose ocher for the depiction of autumn leaves.
  • The walls were painted in a warm ocher hue.
  • The ocher clay was easily molded into shapes.
  • They used ocher to create a natural look in their design.

Translations

Translations of the word "ocher" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ocre

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค“เค•เคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ocker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ oker

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพั…ั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ okre

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใƒผใ‚ซใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ocre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ocre

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท oker

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜ค์ปค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูˆูƒุฑุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ okrovรก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ okrovรก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ตญ็Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ oker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รณker

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพั…ั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒฅแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ okru

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ocre

Etymology

The word 'ocher' originates from the Greek word 'ochros', which means 'pale yellow' or 'yellowish'. The use of ocher as a pigment dates back to prehistoric times, evident in ancient cave paintings which used it among other natural pigments. Ocher can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, who utilized it for cosmetic and artistic purposes. Its natural abundance and ease of use made it a staple in various cultures, often linked to rituals and symbolism. The varied shades of ocher stem from the differing iron oxide content and clay composition found in various geographical regions. As time progressed, ocher's popularity spread through Europe, influencing art and architecture during the Renaissance. Today, it remains a sought-after pigment in modern art and design, appreciated for its earthy tones and versatility.