Chinese red

noun

Definition of Chinese red

1 : any of various red pigments: such as

a : a basic lead chromate (as chrome red)

b : vermillion sense 1a

c : an iron red

2a : vermilion sense 2b

b : indian red

c : a deep reddish orange that is slightly yellower and stronger than average tomato

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