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Red Food Dye Crossword Clue
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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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