Madder: meaning, definitions and examples
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madder
[ หmษdษ ]
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:
๐ต๐น ัะตัะฒะตะฝะฐ ะบัะฐัะบะฐ
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฐเคเฅเคคเคตเคฐเฅเคฃเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Madder
๐ฎ๐ฉ madder
๐บ๐ฆ ะผะฐัะตะฝะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ madder
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใผ
๐ซ๐ท madรจre
๐ช๐ธ madera
๐น๐ท madder
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ง๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุงุฏุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ madder
๐ธ๐ฐ madder
๐จ๐ณ ่่
๐ธ๐ฎ madder
๐ฎ๐ธ madder
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะผะฐะดะดะตั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ madder
๐ฒ๐ฝ madder
Etymology
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 plantโs 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.
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