Definitions

1. verb

to become or cause to become purple or reddish-purple in color, especially due to the formation of blood or the presence of certain bacteria

“The wound began to purpurate after a few days, indicating the presence of infection.”

2. verb

to dye or give a reddish-purple color to

“The artist purpurated the fabric with a mixture of natural dyes.”

3. noun

a purplish or reddish-purple color, especially one caused by the formation of blood or the presence of certain bacteria

“The purpurate discoloration on the patient’s skin was a sign of a serious condition.”