Carmine
['kɑːmaɪn;-mɪn] or ['kɑrmaɪn]
Definition
(n.) A rich red or crimson color with a shade of purple.
(n.) A beautiful pigment, or a lake, of this color, prepared from cochineal, and used in miniature painting.
(n.) The essential coloring principle of cochineal, extracted as a purple-red amorphous mass. It is a glucoside and possesses acid properties; -- hence called also carminic acid.
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Definition
n. the red colouring principle obtained from the cochineal insect.
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Examples
- We had one fine sunset--a rich carmine flush that suffused the western sky and cast a ruddy glow far over the sea. Mark Twain. The Innocents Abroad.
- A solution of carmine can be added in with the oils, which will color it as desired. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- First mix the powders and color with carmine, and then add the other ingredients and thoroughly mix. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- When it is desired to color the lips add 20 grains of carmine. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- This is done by reducing the carmine to a fine powder in a mortar and rub with a small portion of the salve until it is thoroughly incorporated, and then mix the remainder gradually. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- Some of them were white and some of a brilliant carmine color. Mark Twain. The Innocents Abroad.
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