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Red Dyestuff Used In Food Not For Vegans Crossword Clue

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

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199%9Exact Match!
237%6 Historical dyestuff
337%8 Tinter or dyestuff

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We think the answer is "COCHINEAL" which means:

    noun
  • • A red dyestuff consisting of dried bodies of female cochineal insects
  • • Mexican red scale insect that feeds on cacti; the source of a red dye
  • adjective
  • • Possessing a vivid red color, as produced from dying with cochineal.

An example sentence would be:

  • • "The fabric is dyed with cochineal to achieve its vibrant red color."
  • • "The use of cochineal in food and cosmetics has been a topic of debate due to its origin."

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