Associations to the word «Gamboge»
Wiktionary
GAMBOGE, noun. One of several species of trees of genus Garcinia found in South and Southeastern Asia.
GAMBOGE, noun. The resin of the gamboge tree.
GAMBOGE, noun. A deep yellow colour.
GAMBOGE, adjective. Of a deep yellow colour.
Dictionary definition
GAMBOGE, noun. A gum resin used as a yellow pigment and a purgative.
GAMBOGE, noun. A strong yellow color.
Wise words
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