What is the meaning of indigo?

noun

  • A blue dye obtained from plants or made synthetically.
  • Deciduous subshrub of southeastern Asia having pinnate leaves and clusters of red or purple flowers; a source of indigo dye.
  • A blue-violet color.

adjective

  • Having a color between blue and violet.
    • usage: "indigo flowers"
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