Alizarine (Noun)
Meaning
An orange-red crystalline compound used in making red pigments and in dyeing.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The artist mixed alizarine with other pigments to create a vibrant red hue for her painting.
- Alizarine was used to dye the fabric a deep crimson color.
- The company specialized in producing high-quality alizarine for use in the textile industry.
- The alizarine pigment was highly prized for its lightfastness and durability.
- In the 19th century, alizarine was a key ingredient in the production of red lake pigments.