Word Meaning

vermilion definition and meaning

n. A bright red pigment consisting of mercuric sulphide, obtained either from the mineral cinnabar or artificially. It has a fine red color, and is much used in coloring sealing wax, in printing, etc.
n. Hence, a red color like the pigment; a lively and brilliant red; as, cheeks of vermilion.
v. t. To color with vermilion, or as if with vermilion; to dye red; to cover with a delicate red.

Crossword clues for vermilion

- Brilliant red pigment
- Vivid red
- Vivid red colour