fire red

American  

[fahyuhr red] / ˈfaɪər ˈrɛd /

noun

1. a strong reddish-orange color.

2. Also called fire red toner.  a brilliant reddish-orange dye.

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Etymology

Origin of fire red

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400

Example Sentences

Authorities also raised a fire "red alert" late on Tuesday, warning that the situation was "extremely dangerous" in the forest areas of central and southern Chongqing and eastern Sichuan, the official China News Service reported.

From Reuters

As a synthesizer blared and lights pulsed, the singer Anni-Frid Lyngstad twirled her arms skyward, unveiling a huge cape decorated with gold and fire red feathers, while she sang the slow-burn disco of “The Visitors.”

From New York Times

Designed photo-op spaces include the personal hall of frames, vintage pay phones, fire red locker room, donut wall, Vogue Magazine booth and Venetian rose bath.

From Washington Times

The clear outsole is meant to add an icy touch to the special edition 'Fire Red' colorway.

From Golf Digest

“Talking to me about him, I can just see his eyes fire red when he’s mad,” Bledsoe said.

From Los Angeles Times