English Explanatory Dictionary

Falu red

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A hematite pigment used to make a deep-red paint traditionally used on wooden cottages and barns.

Word forms

Falu red Falun red

Etymology

The pigment originated from various copper mines in Sweden, such as the mine at Falun.

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