magenta

noun

ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjen-tə How to pronounce magenta (audio)
1
2
: a deep purplish red

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This style of satin pants comes in multiple colorways, from black to magenta to emerald green, and has a pleated front and cropped leg for a dressy look. Terri Peters, Parents, 15 July 2025 From Bella, a shimmery magenta, to XOXO, a pinky-nude, the brand boasts about 18 different stains. Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 14 July 2025 Pastel flowers include yellow, peach, orange, red, pink, magenta, lavender, purple, and fuchsia. Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 10 July 2025 Patterns such as plaid and hues like magenta were a part of her arsenal. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 27 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for magenta

Word History

Etymology

Magenta, Italy

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of magenta was in 1860

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“Magenta.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/magenta. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

magenta

noun
ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjent-ə How to pronounce magenta (audio)
1
: a deep red dye
2
: a deep purplish red

Medical Definition

magenta

noun
ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjent-ə How to pronounce magenta (audio)

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