Word of the Day: May 15, 2017

Cudbear

Definition: (noun) A purplish-red dye derived from certain lichens.
Synonyms: Archil, Orchil
Usage: The monks secured a small sample of cudbear to see if it could be used in their illuminated manuscripts.

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