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Is tincture a verb or noun?

"Tincture" can be both a noun and a verb.

Noun:

* A solution of a substance in alcohol, especially one used medicinally.

* Example: "He took a tincture of valerian root to help him sleep."

Verb:

* To color slightly, especially with a reddish or yellowish hue.

* Example: "The sunset tinctured the sky with shades of orange and pink."

The specific meaning of "tincture" will depend on the context of the sentence.

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