noun🔗ShareCualquiera de los insectos del género KermesAny of several insects of the genus Kermes."The scientist studied the kermes found on the oak tree branch, noting their small size and reddish color. "El científico estudió los kermes encontrados en la rama del roble, observando su pequeño tamaño y color rojizo.insectChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareQuermes, tinte carmesíA crimson dye made from the crushed bodies of these insects."The medieval tapestry was colored with kermes, giving its figures a rich, deep red hue. "El tapiz medieval estaba coloreado con quermes, lo que daba a sus figuras un rico y profundo tono rojo.colorinsectmaterialsubstancebiologyanimalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading