Ocher (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A moderate yellow-orange to orange color.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Synonyms

• Ochre

Hypernyms

• Saffron

Meaning ²

Any of various earths containing silica and alumina and ferric oxide; used as a pigment.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

• The artist mixed a vibrant shade of yellow ocher with a touch of crimson to create a warm sunset effect.
• The prehistoric cave paintings were made using a combination of charcoal, ocher, and other natural pigments.
• The landscape painter relied heavily on earthy tones, including ocher, sienna, and umber, to capture the rustic beauty of the countryside.
• The ocher deposits found in the region were highly prized by local artisans for their rich, reddish-brown color.
• The art conservator carefully analyzed the composition of the ancient fresco, noting the use of ocher as a primary pigment.

Synonyms

• Ochre

Hyponyms

• Yellow Ochre
• Sinopia
• Sinoper