pigmentation

• Nom désignant la coloration naturelle ou artificielle de tissus vivants, comme la peau, les cheveux ou les plantes, due à un dépôt de pigment.

A noun referring to the natural coloring of living tissues, such as skin, hair, or plants, caused by the deposition of pigment.

indénombrable

1. Deposition of pigmentB2formal

   The process by which pigment is deposited in the tissues of animals, plants, or humans.

   Pigmentation

   • The pigmentation of the skin is influenced by exposure to sunlight.
   • Certain diseases can affect the pigmentation of a person's hair.
   • The plant's leaf pigmentation changes with the seasons.

2. Coloration of tissuesB2formal

   The natural coloring of living tissues due to the presence of pigment.

   Pigmentation des tissus

   • The doctor examined the unusual pigmentation on the patient's arm.
   • Melanin is responsible for the pigmentation of human skin and eyes.
   • The bird's vibrant pigmentation helps it attract a mate.

   Synonymescolorcolorationcoloring