orchilla

/ɔrˈtʃɪlə, ɔrˈʧɪlə/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of lichen that was formerly used as a source of tyrian purple dye

“The ancient civilization relied on orchilla for the production of their royal garments.”

Synonyms

  • lichen
  • purple dye

Antonyms

  • colorless substance
  • white dye