Definition of "amaranth" in Englisch

noun

1. (dated, poetic) An imaginary flower that does not wither.

2. Any of various herbs of the genus Amaranthus.

3. The characteristic purplish-red colour of the flowers or leaves of these plants.

4. (organic chemistry) A red to purple azo dye used as a biological stain, and in some countries in cosmetics and as a food colouring. See Amaranth (dye).

5. (cooking) The seed of these plants, used as a cereal.