| n. | 1. | (Chem.) A dyeing matter extracted from the roots of Alkanna tinctoria, which gives a fine deep red color. |
| 2. | (Bot.) A boraginaceous herb (Alkanna tinctoria) yielding the dye; orchanet. |
| Noun | 1. | Synonyms: Anchusa officinalis, bugloss |
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