Kermes
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkɝ.miz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kermes is a noun meaning (countable) Any of several insects of the genus Kermes.
Meaning
(countable) Any of several insects of the genus Kermes.
More Meanings
- (uncountable) A crimson dye made from the crushed bodies of these insects.
Word Forms
- kermez
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include chermesid, kerriid, chermid, bermius, meropeid, barrette.
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