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“Mordant” or “Mordent”

Overview

mordant / mordent are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

mordant: (noun) a substance used to treat leather or other materials before dyeing; aids in dyeing process.

mordent: NA

Pronunciation

mordant: m·AO·r·d·ah·n·t

mordent: NA

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Examples in Context

Examples of “mordant”

  • left, and his energy and mordant eloquence speedily made him the
  • Edwin Mordant as Parson Meeker

Examples of “mordent”



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