cochineal
noun /,kɑʧə'nil/
- Definition
- Mexican red scale insect that feeds on cacti; the source of a red dye
- Example
- The word 'cochineal' is often used in everyday conversation.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
Palindrome
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Compound Word
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Proper Noun
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Rare
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Archaic
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Obsolete
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Slang
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Vowels
4
Consonants
5
Length
9