Ruddle (Noun)
Meaning
A red iron ore used in dyeing and marking.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The artist mixed ruddle with a binding agent to create a vibrant red pigment for her paintings.
- Ruddle has been used for centuries in various cultures for its vibrant color and durability in marking fabrics.
- The ancient text mentioned the use of ruddle in the production of colored tapestries that adorned the palace walls.
- In traditional practices, ruddle was applied as a marking agent on the animals' ears to signify ownership.
- Historians discovered evidence of ruddle as a primary red dye component in ancient Asian textiles.