Cochineal dye Synonyms

Cochineal replaced

Definitions for Cochineal


  • (noun) Mexican red scale insect that feeds on cacti; the source of a red dye
  • (noun) a red dyestuff consisting of dried bodies of female cochineal insects

Synonyms for phrase

CD abbreviation

CD is an abbreviation for Cochineal Dye
What does CD stand for?
CD stands for "Cochineal Dye"

Definitions for Dye


  • (noun) a substance used to color other materials
  • (verb) to give color or a different color to
  • (noun) a usually soluble substance for staining or coloring e.g. fabrics or hair