Mordant Meaning
There are 3 meaning(s) for word Mordant
Meaning 1 : of a substance, especially a strong acid; capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action
Synonyms : caustic, corrosive, erosive, vitriolic
Synonyms : caustic, corrosive, erosive, vitriolic
Meaning 2 : harshly ironic or sinister
Example : fun ranging from slapstick clowning ... to savage mordant wit
Synonyms : black, grim
Example : fun ranging from slapstick clowning ... to savage mordant wit
Synonyms : black, grim
Meaning 3 : a substance used to treat leather or other materials before dyeing; aids in dyeing process