Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—C

Carmine

(2 syl). The dye made from the carmës or kermës insect, whence also crimson, through the Italian cremisino.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
Carnation
Carminative
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