How to Pronounce Mordants

To pronounce "mordants", say MORD-ants — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

MORD-ants

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💡 Tip for remembering “mordants”

"mordants" has 2 syllables: mord-ants.

What does mordants mean?

noun

  1. Any substance used to facilitate the fixing of a dye to a fibre; usually a metallic compound which reacts with the dye using chelation.
  2. Any corrosive substance used in etching.

Synonyms

etchant

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mordants"?▾

"Mordants" has 2 syllables: mord · ants.

What does "mordants" mean?▾

Mordants: Any substance used to facilitate the fixing of a dye to a fibre; usually a metallic compound which reacts with the dye using chelation.

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