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vermilion

[vəˈmɪliən]

vermilion Definition

a brilliant red pigment made from mercury sulfide (cinnabar).

Using vermilion: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "vermilion" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The artist used vermilion to paint the flowers in the vase.

  • Example

    Her lips were painted with vermilion lipstick.

  • Example

    The sunset sky was a beautiful shade of vermilion.

vermilion Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for vermilion

Phrases with vermilion

  • the reddish-pink border of the lips

    Example

    She applied lip balm to her vermilion border to keep it moisturized.

  • a small bird with bright red plumage found in the southwestern United States and Central and South America

    Example

    The vermilion flycatcher is a popular bird among birdwatchers.

  • a type of fish found in the Pacific Ocean with bright red-orange skin

    Example

    The vermilion rockfish is a popular catch for sport fishermen.

Origins of vermilion

from Old French 'vermellion', from vermeil, meaning 'red'

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Summary: vermilion in Brief

'Vermilion' [vəˈmɪliən] refers to a bright red pigment made from mercury sulfide. It is commonly used in art and cosmetics, as seen in 'The artist used vermilion to paint the flowers in the vase.' The term also extends to natural objects like the 'vermilion rockfish,' a type of fish with bright red-orange skin.