CultureAugust 18, 2026

ochres

OH-kerz

Definition

Natural earthy pigments, typically ranging from yellow to deep orange or red-brown, used for coloring.

Etymology

Derived from the Ancient Greek 'ōchros,' meaning 'pale' or 'yellow,' which referred to the earthy iron-rich minerals used as a pigment since prehistoric times.

In the news

The theatre's design incorporates the colors and textures of the local landscape, specifically referencing the ochres found at Mount Ainslie.

Canberra's new lyric theatre reaches significant milestone

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Australasian Leisure Management Magazine

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