An orange-red product consisting of the dried stigmas of Crocus sativus (see A. 2). Now used chiefly for colouring confectionery, liquors, etc., and…
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| 释义 | the world > food and drink > food > additive > colouring agents > [noun] (7) saffronc1450 An orange-red product consisting of the dried stigmas of Crocus sativus (see A. 2). Now used chiefly for colouring confectionery, liquors, etc., and… crocus1659 Saffron; the stigma of Crocus sativus. Obsolete. (In Old English croh.) pot marigold1760 the marigold Calendula officinalis, a common garden plant with large orange-yellow daisy-like flowers whose petals may be used for culinary or… browning1769 Cookery. A preparation for imparting a brown colour to gravy or made dishes. parsley green1845 an extract of fresh parsley, formerly used to colour sauces, etc., in cookery. butter colour1877 A yellow food colouring used in butter and butter substitutes. Now historical. food colouring1887 an agent or ingredient added to food in order to alter its colour, typically to produce a more appetizing or attractive appearance; chiefly as a mass… |
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