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virmilion


Meanings
  • adjective

    A bright red color, resembling the color of vermilion pigment.


Variants
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vermilion , vermilions , vermillion , vermillions
Etymology
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From Old French 'vermeil', meaning 'red' or 'garnet'.


Trivia
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  1. Vermilion is one of the primary colors in the RGB color model.

  2. In ancient Egypt, vermilion was used as a cosmetic and as a pigment for mummies' eyes.

  3. The name 'vermilion' comes from the Old French word 'vermeil', meaning 'garnet' or 'red'.


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  1. vermilion pigment: A bright red pigment derived from the mineral cinnabar or from the cochineal insect.


Culture
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Vermilion is a significant color in various cultures, representing love, passion, and luck. In Chinese culture, it is one of the Five Sacred Colors and symbolizes good fortune and happiness.

How to Memorize "virmilion"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a bright red sunset or a ripe tomato to visualize the color vermilion.

  2. associate

    - Associate the color with love, passion, or good fortune.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Vibrant Roses In My Garden Emit Love' to remember the color vermilion.


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