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redness

[ red-nis ]

/ ˈrɛd nɪs /

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noun

the quality or state of being red.

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Origin of redness

before 900; Middle English rednesse, Old English rēadnes; see red¹, -ness

Dictionary.com Unabridged Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2019

Examples from the Web for redness

The third gizmo is the Laser Genesis, which treats fine lines, redness, and uneven skin texture.
The $1,250 Facial|Beth Landman|March 18, 2010|DAILY BEAST
There is increased secretion of the eyes, nose, and mouth, with redness.
Poisons: Their Effects and Detection|Alexander Wynter Blyth
But then once more she would pin Peter down on this business of his Redness, and would spurn him, and refuse to see him any more.
100%: The Story of a Patriot|Upton Sinclair
Diamonds susceptible of phosphorescence exhibit it either after a heat not raised to redness, or the electric discharge.
A Dictionary of Arts, Manufactures and Mines|Andrew Ure

Iron wire has the disadvantage of oxidizing when heated to redness, so that it goes to pieces after prolonged use.
Electricity for the farm|Frederick Irving Anderson
Redness of skin and swelling below level of wound, and cellular emphysema above.
Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900|George Henry Makins

Word Origin and History for redness

redness

n.

Old English readnes; see from red (adj.1) + -ness.

Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper