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ALL meanings of alkermes

al·ker·mes
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  • noun alkermes The desiccated bodies of certain insects (female Kermes ilicis and Kermes vermilio), which live on the kermes oak, formerly much used as a material for dye and a medicinal ingredient; also a given mixture, preparation etc. containing such insects. 1
  • noun alkermes a Mediterranean liqueur made from brandy flavored with nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, and other spices, and colored red with kermes or cochineal. 1
  • noun alkermes A red Italian alcoholic liqueur. 0
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