Meaning Of The Word Orchil

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What's The Definition Of Orchil?

orchil in American English
any of a number of lichens (genera Roccella, Dendrographa, and Lecanora) yielding purple dyes
noun: a violet coloring matter obtained from certain lichens, chiefly species of Roccella

orchil in British English
noun: any of various lichens, esp any of the genera Roccella, Dendrographa, and Lecanora

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