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orellin Chem.|ɒˈrɛlɪn|
[f. Orell-ana, name of the Amazon river, as used in the specific name (Bixa orellana) of the plant from which anatta is obtained + -in1.]
A yellow colouring matter contained in anatta, used in dyeing alumed goods.
1857Miller Elem. Chem. III. 517 Annatto.—This colouring matter..appears to contain an orange-red colouring substance, called bixin, and a yellow termed orellin. 1863–72Watts Dict. Chem. l. 600. |