cerise

[ suh-rees, -reez ]

adjective

1. moderate to deep red.

cerise

/ -ˈriːs; səˈriːz /

noun

1. 1. a moderate to dark red colour
   2. ( as adjective )

      a cerise scarf

Word History and Origins

Origin of cerise¹

From French, dating back to 1855–60; cherry

Word History and Origins

Origin of cerise¹

C19: from French: cherry

Example Sentences

Both of those cases received widespread media coverage, and this week independent journalist Cerise Castle reported on department records showing that sheriff’s officials had been keeping an eye on her as far back as 2021.

From Los Angeles Times

Since that visit in 2017, Langhorne has opened Petite Cerise and The Dabney Cellar, and has continued to operate The Dabney, which retains its star from the Michelin Guide.

From Salon

That’s exactly right, Petite Cerise fulfills a couple of goals and dreams of mine.

From Salon

We just launched our new $58 four-course prix fixe menu at Petite Cerise focused on the south of France.

From Salon

For Clair Saxa Cerise, Christmas came in two forms this year.

From BBC