Synonyms for orcein
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
a dye, related to litmus, that is extracted from the lichen Rocella tinctoria; used as a microscopic stain and as a food colouring
Forms
- Plural
- orceins → archils…
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| orcein | falling | |
| archil | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 6 letters
- archil