Ochre has 7 different meanings across 2 categories:
Noun
· Adjective
Noun
1
any of various earths containing silica and alumina and ferric oxide; used as a pigment
2
a moderate yellow-orange to orange color
3
An earth pigment containing silica, aluminum and ferric oxide
4
Alternative form of okra.
Verb
1
To cover or tint with ochre.
Adjective
1
of a moderate orange-yellow color
2
Having a yellow-orange colour.
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Origin
The word ochre comes from the Latin ōchra, which was borrowed from Ancient Greek. In its original form, it meant "pale yellow."