crocin Meaning, Definition & Usage

Cro"cin noun

Etymology

Gr. saffron.

Definitions

1. (Chem.) (a) The coloring matter of Chinese yellow pods, the fruit of Gardenia grandiflora. Watts. (b) A red powder (called also polychroite), which is made from the saffron (Crocus sativus). See Polychroite.