Alizarin (Noun)
Meaning
An orange-red crystalline compound used in making red pigments and in dyeing.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The artist mixed alizarin with other pigments to create a vibrant, orange-red hue for her painting.
- Alizarin is a synthetic compound that has been used for centuries in the production of red dyes and pigments.
- The textile manufacturer used alizarin to dye the fabric a deep, rich red color.
- The painter carefully ground the alizarin into a fine powder before mixing it with her other paints.
- The historical preservation society used alizarin to restore the original red color of the ancient tapestry.