Phrase guide

chrome yellow

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A natural yellow pigment derived from lead(II) chromate.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Examples

  • Vincent van Gogh used chrome yellow in many of his paintings.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: Leipzig yellow

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

any of several yellow pigments consisting of normal lead chromate and other lead compounds

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: pigment

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • German: Chromgelb — Translations
  • German: Parisergelb — Translations