cochineal
/ˌkɑtʃəˈnil/
noun
- A bright red dye made from the dried bodies of female cochineal insects, used to color food, cosmetics, and textiles.
- The ancient Aztecs used cochineal to create vibrant red fabrics.
- Many red candies and yogurts get their color from cochineal extract.
- She avoided products with cochineal because of her allergy to insects.
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