Crimson: meaning, definitions and examples
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crimson
[ ˈkrɪmzən ]
color
A deep purplish-red color.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The sunset painted the sky in a beautiful crimson hue.
- Her dress was a stunning shade of crimson.
historical
A crimson cloth used as a symbol of rank or nobility.
Synonyms
royal red, scarlet
Examples of usage
- The king's robe was made of rich crimson fabric.
- In medieval times, only royalty could wear garments made of crimson.
literary
Of a rich purplish-red color.
Synonyms
reddish-purple, wine-colored
Examples of usage
- The leaves turned crimson in the autumn breeze.
- Her cheeks were flushed a deep crimson.
Translations
Translations of the word "crimson" in other languages:
🇵🇹 carmesim
🇮🇳 गहरा लाल
🇩🇪 karmesinrot
🇮🇩 merah tua
🇺🇦 малиновий
🇵🇱 karmazyn
🇯🇵 深紅 (しんこう)
🇫🇷 cramoisi
🇪🇸 carmesí
🇹🇷 kızıl
🇰🇷 진홍색 (진홍색)
🇸🇦 قرمزي
🇨🇿 karmínový
🇸🇰 karmínový
🇨🇳 深红色 (shēn hóng sè)
🇸🇮 škrlat
🇮🇸 dökkrauður
🇰🇿 қызылқоңыр
🇬🇪 ჭრელი
🇦🇿 qırmızı
🇲🇽 carmesí
Word origin
The word 'crimson' originated from the Old Spanish word 'cremesín', which was derived from the Arabic word 'qirmiz'. This Arabic word referred to the insect from which crimson dye was obtained. The use of crimson as a color dates back to ancient times, where it was associated with royalty and nobility due to its rich and vibrant hue.