Definition

A type of dye that is typically a deep red or magenta color, often used in various applications such as textiles and biological staining.

Example

The artist used fuchsine to create vibrant colors in her paintings.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of fuchsine?

Yeah, isn't it that bright red dye used in some fabrics?

Exactly! I saw it being used in an art project recently.

That's cool! I love how vibrant fuchsine looks when it's applied.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fuchsine is derived from the German word 'Fuchs', meaning 'fox', combined with the suffix '-ine', which is used to denote substances. The name reflects the reddish color of the dye, reminiscent of a fox's fur.

Memory Tip

Think of the German word for 'fox' ('Fuchs') to remember that fuchsine is a dye with a color similar to that of a fox's fur.

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