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    Meaning of Indigo

    The primary meaning of the word "Indigo" is a deep blue color.

    Definitions

    • A deep blue color, often used to describe the color of the sky or the sea on a sunny day
    • A plant with blue or purple flowers, used to produce a blue dye
    • A blue dye or pigment obtained from the plant, used for coloring fabrics and other materials

    Etymology of Indigo

    The word "Indigo" comes from the Latin "indicum", meaning "indigo plant" or "indigo dye", which is derived from the Greek "ινδίς" (indis), meaning "indigo" or "blue dye"
    The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the blue dye or pigment obtained from the plant
    Historically, indigo was a highly valued and expensive dye, used to color the robes of royalty and nobility

    Example Uses

    • The designer used indigo dye to create a unique and striking pattern on the fabric
    • The sky turned a deep indigo color as the sun began to set
    • The artist mixed indigo and yellow paint to create a vibrant green color

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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