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madder

 

[ หˆmษ›dษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

plants, dye

Madder is a flowering plant belonging to the family Rubiaceae, known for its uses in traditional dyeing. The roots of this plant have been used for centuries to produce a rich red dye, which was highly valued in ancient textile production. This dye is derived from the chemical compounds known as anthraquinones found in the roots. Historically, madder was a significant agricultural product in many regions, particularly in Europe and parts of Asia. Due to its historical significance, madder has also been studied for its medicinal properties and uses in herbal remedies.

Synonyms

Rubia tinctorum, madder rose, red dye

Examples of usage

  • Madder root is used to create a natural red pigment.
  • In ancient times, madder was a key dye source for red textiles.
  • The plant madder can be found in various parts of the world.
  • Madder dyeing techniques have been passed down through generations.

Translations

Translations of the word "madder" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ั‡ะตั€ะฒะตะฝะฐ ะบั€ะฐัะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเค•เฅเคคเคตเคฐเฅเคฃเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Madder

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ madder

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐั€ะตะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ madder

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒžใƒ€ใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท madรจre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ madera

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท madder

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งˆ๋”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุงุฏุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ madder

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ madder

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่Œœ่‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ madder

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ madder

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐะดะดะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ“แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ madder

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ madder

Word origin

The term madder comes from the Old French word 'mader', which has its roots in Latin 'madara', meaning 'to be angry' or related to madness due to the plantโ€™s vivid color resembling the hue of blood. The cultivation of madder dates back to antiquity, especially in regions that today comprise the Mediterranean basin and parts of Asia, where the plant was highly prized for its vibrant dye, which could withstand washing and sunlight better than many others available at the time. The use of madder in dyeing textiles was well documented in ancient civilizations, including Egypt, Greece, and Rome. It became a staple in the wool trade across medieval Europe, significantly influencing the economy and sustaining the development of the textile industry. The widespread interest in natural dyes during the Renaissance reignited the popularity of madder, and even after the advent of synthetic dyes in the 19th century, madder remained an essential ingredient in specific artisanal dyeing practices.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,888, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.