arnatto
[ ahr-nat-oh, -nah-toh ]
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Nankeen is obtained from Spanish arnatto dissolved in hot water, with a small portion of pearlash in it.
Mrs. Hale's Receipts for the Million | Sarah Josepha HaleA third remarkable tree (or bush) observed was the Bixa orellana, which yields the well-known arnatto dye.
The Forest Exiles | Mayne ReidSome of the men also smear their bodies with arnatto, as do the women.
The Western World | W.H.G. KingstonIf the colours be wanted of a deeper cast, arnatto or dragon's blood may be added to the tincture.
Put into a pint of alcohol, an ounce of turmeric powder, two drams of arnatto, and two drams of saffron.
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