Dye Used For Fans Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is SAFFRON which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: SAFFRON

Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	7		Exact Match!
2	25%	9		Fans known for their tie-dye shirts and relaxed lifestyle
3	24%	13		Its flowers are used to make traditional Indian dye called 'Cassia dye'

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "SAFFRON" which means:

noun

• Old world crocus having purple or white flowers with aromatic pungent orange stigmas used in flavoring food
• Dried pungent stigmas of the old world saffron crocus
• A shade of yellow tinged with orange

verb

• To add saffron to (a food), for taste, colour etc.
• To give a saffron colour to (something).
• To embellish.

adjective

• Having an orange-yellow colour.

An example sentence would be:

• "The price of saffron is quite high due to its labor-intensive harvesting process."
• "A pinch of saffron can add a rich aroma and taste to the dish."

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The Guardian Cryptic09 Oct 2002	Across 10
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