carmin — meaning in English

English meaning

• carmine noun A deep purplish-red pigment or dye, traditionally made from crushed cochineal insects.
• crimson noun A deep, rich red colour with a hint of blue or purple in it.

Senses

carmin is used for these senses in English:

• crimson A deep, slightly bluish red.

carmine — full definition

1. noun A deep purplish-red pigment or dye, traditionally made from crushed cochineal insects.
2. adjective Of a deep purplish-red colour.

crimson — full definition

1. noun A deep, rich red colour with a hint of blue or purple in it.
2. verb To turn deep red, especially from embarrassment.

Related French words