Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

woad

noun

/woʊd/

Definition

A blue dye obtained from the leaves of a plant, used historically for dyeing fabrics and for body painting.

Examples

The warriors painted their faces with woad before going into battle.
She used woad to dye the fabric a rich blue color.
Historically, woad was important in the textile industry for its vibrant dyeing properties.

Meaning

Woad is primarily a plant from which a blue pigment is derived. In ancient times, it was used for various purposes, including as a dye for clothing and for body decoration, especially by Celtic tribes.