poppy red

noun

1. poppy ( def 4 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of poppy red¹

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

The silk lounge sets — available in a range of sandy shades, as well as a poppy red — are modeled after Desert Vintage’s best-selling 1920s loungewear ensembles, which, Boufelfel notes, “always fly out the door and look amazing on everyone.”

From New York Times

Even the color was similar to that of his dream — “Poppy Red,” which Ford used only this particular year, for this particular model.

From Seattle Times

Poppy red, palm green and turquoise declared spring and summer, while metallics provided shimmer and glamour.

From Reuters

And that’s the last thing he sees before the hand of eternal darkness covers his eyes—a poppy, red like blood.

From Literature

The Heavy Terry Sweatpants, which are made in Portugal from recycled and organic cotton, come in four colors: black, gray melange, off-white and the limited-edition poppy red.

From Los Angeles Times