WORD MEANING
Carmine meaning
KAR-myn · noun
A deep red pigment derived from the cochineal insect, used in dyes and cosmetics.
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A vivid red color resembling the pigment.
A female given name.
A type of red wine grape.
Carmine can refer to a color, a pigment, a personal name, or other specific uses depending on context.
Examples
The artist used carmine to give the painting a rich, deep red hue.
Her dress was a striking shade of carmine that caught everyone's attention.