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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 | ||||||||
| 33% | 12 | Red food dye that is water-insoluble | ||||||
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| 33% | 11 | Red food dye commonly used in bakery products | ||||||
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Red Food Dye Crossword Clue
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COCHINEAL which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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COCHINEAL
Updated: October 13, 2023
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7 | Referred to as pokeroot due to the use of its red root in making a red dye |
