magenta

noun

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

Examples of magenta in a Sentence

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For example, nitrogen particles set off the magenta or purple-red waves as seen in this photo. Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 2 June 2025 The bold magenta and red print features a sparkling tie for a touch of glam to transform it into evening wear. Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025 The former have overlapping flaps of smooth skin that is red, pink, magenta, or white and pulp that may occur in any of these colors, while the latter have a yellow, thorny skin and white pulp only. Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 5 Apr. 2025 Image With its exaggerated curves and hues of straw and magenta, RemX looks regal, like the elaborate walking sticks wielded by local chiefs and dignitaries. Ifeoluwa Adedeji, New York Times, 5 Apr. 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 9 Jun. 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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