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Definition of red - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
colorshaving the color of blood or ripe tomatoes
- The apple is bright red.
2.
appearancehaving flushed skin from embarrassment or sunburn
- His face turned red with embarrassment.
3.
hairhaving a reddish-brown or orange-blond hair color
- She has beautiful red hair.
4.
gameof the hearts or diamonds suits in card games
- She played a red card.
5.
US politicsUS supportive of the U.S. Republican PartyUS
- The state is predominantly red.
6.
politicsUS relating to the political party identified by a crimson symbolUS
- He is a member of the red party.
7.
astronomyTECH. of the lower-frequency region of the electromagnetic spectrumTECH.
- The star emitted red light.
Noun
1.
drinkwine made from dark grapes not white or rosé
- She prefers red with her dinner.
2.
financethe amount by which costs exceed revenue
- The company is in the red this quarter.
3.
signtraffic signal light indicating stop
- He stopped at the red.
4.
colorpigment that produces a warm vivid hue
- The fabric was dyed with red.
5.
politicsrevolutionary socialist or communist
- He was labeled a red during the Cold War.
6.
sportsTECH. UK one of fifteen snooker balls worth one point eachTECH. UK
- He potted a red to start his break.
7.
physicsTECH. color charge for quarksTECH.
- The particle has a red charge.
8.
medicalDated US the drug secobarbitalDated US
- He was caught with reds in his possession.
Images of red
wine made from dark grapes not white or rosé 
traffic signal light indicating stop 
pigment that produces a warm vivid hue 
one of fifteen snooker balls worth one point each
Expressions with red
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button that triggers emergency action
Press the red button to stop the machine.
long red floor covering used for formal events
A red carpet was rolled out for the movie premiere.
decorated envelope with money given for good luck
She gave her nephew a red envelope for New Year.
warning sign of potential danger
His temper was a red flag for the team.
button that triggers an important action
He pressed the big red button to start the machine.
flushed due to physical exertion
She was red in the face after running the marathon.
drive through a red traffic light
He was fined for running a red light.
reduce official barriers and slow steps in formal processes
We cut the red tape so permits arrived within days.
start having less than zero money in an account
If we spend more, we'll go into the red.
celebrate in a wild and lively way in public
Let's paint the town red after the exam!
indicate a potential problem or danger
The sudden drop in sales raised a red flag for the company.
show signs that something may be wrong or risky
His strange behavior raised red flags at work.
special or VIP treatment given to important people
The celebrities received red carpet treatment at the award ceremony.
something that causes anger or irritation
His rude comment was a red flag to a bull for her.
financial loss in business or accounting
The company reported red ink for the third quarter.
lantern with a red light
The red lantern hung outside the shop.
mist that is red in color
The sunset created a beautiful red mist over the hills.
unnecessary rules or procedures that slow down official work
We couldn't get a permit because of all the red tape.
extend utmost hospitality, treat as honored guest, welcome extravagantly
They rolled out the red carpet for the visiting dignitaries.
punish a player by sending them off for breaking rules
The referee will show the red card if you foul again.
shows several clues that trouble is likely
After the interview, there are many red flags about taking that job.
experience significant financial losses continuously
The company continues to bleed red ink every quarter.
reduce unnecessary bureaucracy or regulations
The new policy aims to cut red tape for small businesses.
improve financial situation to eliminate debt
The company worked hard to get out of the red.
Origin of red
Proto-Indo-European, reudh (red)
Terms with red included in their meaning
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food
round fruit with red, green, or yellow skin
color
having the color between red and yellow
color
colour between red and yellow in the spectrum
colors
having a color between red and white
color
light red color
color
having a color between red and blue
colors
color between red and blue
fruit
red or yellowish fruit with a juicy pulp, used as a vegetable
color
dark shade between red and yellow
fruits
large fruit with green rind and red flesh
drink
light-colored wine made from white or red grapes
color
light shade of red
card suit
suit in playing cards marked with red heart symbols
food
small, soft red fruit from bramble bushes
fruit
small round fruit that is typically red or black
plant
evergreen shrub with red berries and prickly leaves
colors
pink or red color
gemstone
precious stone that is deep red
primary
one of the primary colors red blue or yellow
citrus fruit
type of orange with deep red flesh
body reaction
turn red in the face, often from shyness or embarrassment
appearance
having a red or pink color in the face
face color
having a red or rosy face, often from emotion
automobile
red light on vehicle's rear signaling braking
Examples of red in a sentence
The sunset painted the sky red. After a day at the beach, her skin was red from sunburn. He felt his cheeks go red when everyone looked at him. Her red curls glistened in the sunlight. The child inherited his father's red locks. Hearts are red in this deck.
She discarded a red diamond. Her district has become reliably red. Red voters turned out in large numbers. The red candidate won the election. Red policies are gaining popularity. Astronomers observed the red spectrum of the galaxy. The telescope captured images of red wavelengths. He ordered a glass of red at the bar. The menu suggests pairing this dish with a red. Their budget is deep in the red. After expenses, they're still in the red. The cyclist waited patiently at the red. Cars lined up at the red during rush hour. Artists often choose red for its vibrancy. The painter mixed red with other colors. The novel's protagonist was a committed red. During the revolution, many intellectuals were considered reds. She aimed for a red to continue her play. Missing the red cost him the frame. The quark's red property is crucial in physics. Scientists study the red charge in particles. The doctor warned about the dangers of taking reds. Reds were found hidden in the suspect's luggage.
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- French:rouge, vin rouge, ...
- German:rot, Rotwein, ...
- Italian:rosso, vino rosso, ...
- Spanish:rojo, vino tinto, ...
- Portuguese:vermelho, tinto, ...
- Chinese:红色的, 红葡萄酒, ...
- Japanese:赤い, 赤ワイン, ...
- Arabic:أَحْمَر, نَبِيذ أَحْمَر, ...
- Hebrew:אָדוֹם, יַיִן אָדֹם, ...
- Russian:красный, красное, ...
- Ukrainian:червоний, червоне вино, ...
- Hindi:लाल, लाल शराब, ...
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