Rouge

Rouge

(1):

(a.) red.

(2):

(n.) A red amorphous powder consisting of ferric oxide. It is used in polishing glass, metal, or gems, and as a cosmetic, etc. Called also crocus, jeweler's rouge, etc.

(3):

(n.) A cosmetic used for giving a red color to the cheeks or lips. The best is prepared from the dried flowers of the safflower, but it is often made from carmine.

(4):

(v. t.) To tint with rouge; as, to rouge the face or the cheeks.

(5):

(v. i.) To paint the face or cheeks with rouge.