Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tutty

Noun
/ˈtʌti/
Definition
A fine powder made from the soot of various natural sources, often used in making colored inks.
Examples
  • The artist used tutty to create a deep black shade in her ink.
  • In the past, tutty was a common ingredient in the production of manuscripts.
  • After discovering how to properly mix tutty, he was able to produce vibrant colors for his paintings.
Meaning
Tutty refers to a specific type of powder derived from carbonaceous material, commonly utilized in art and writing.
Synonyms
  • soot
  • carbon black
  • lampblack