Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lampblack

Noun

/ˈlæmpˌblæk/

Definition

A black powder made by the incomplete combustion of organic materials, often used as a pigment.

Examples

Artists often use lampblack in their charcoal drawings for deep, rich blacks.
The walls of the old house were coated in lampblack from the numerous oil lamps that had been used over the years.
She mixed lampblack with other colors to create a unique shade of gray.

Meaning

Lampblack refers to a black pigment that is created by burning organic material, like oil or gas, in a limited oxygen environment, resulting in a fine black soot. This pigment is utilized in various applications, including art supplies and manufacturing.