fuchsine
/ˈfjuːkˌsin/
noun
- A bright red or purplish-red synthetic dye, used especially in coloring textiles and inks.
- The artist used a small amount of fuchsine to create the deep red highlights in the painting.
- The chemist added fuchsine to the solution, turning it a vivid magenta.
- In the 19th century, fuchsine became a popular dye for silk fabrics.
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