Tyrian purple

/ˌtɪriən ˌpʌrpəl/

Other forms: Tyrian purples

Definitions of Tyrian purple

1. noun

   a red-purple to deep purple dye obtained from snails or made synthetically
   type of:

   dye, dyestuff

   a usually soluble substance for staining or coloring e.g. fabrics or hair
2. noun

   a vivid purplish-red color
   type of:

   reddish purple, royal purple

   a shade of purple tinged with red