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1
: any of a genus (Fuchsia) of ornamental shrubs of the evening-primrose family having showy nodding flowers usually in deep pinks, reds, and purples
2
: a vivid reddish purple
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Each of the 69 residential-feeling rooms and suites is uniquely designed, some in warm reds and fuchsias, others in soothing blues and greens.
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Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 3 Apr. 2025
On Hailey, the new shade diffuses into a fuchsia, and flawlessly accomplishes that Sabrina Carpenter-esque glowy flush we’ve all been obsessed with.
—Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 12 Mar. 2025
The flavors of sweet pineapple are paired with tropical dragonfruit, a royal fuchsia fruit that has a delicate sweetness and tartness similar to a pear or apple.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2025
The author and former ballerina also added a pop of color — and complemented her rocker beau’s dinner look — with a glossy, fuchsia lip.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 2 Mar. 2025
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Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 3 Apr. 2025
On Hailey, the new shade diffuses into a fuchsia, and flawlessly accomplishes that Sabrina Carpenter-esque glowy flush we’ve all been obsessed with.
—Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 12 Mar. 2025
The flavors of sweet pineapple are paired with tropical dragonfruit, a royal fuchsia fruit that has a delicate sweetness and tartness similar to a pear or apple.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2025
The author and former ballerina also added a pop of color — and complemented her rocker beau’s dinner look — with a glossy, fuchsia lip.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 2 Mar. 2025
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“Fuchsia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fuchsia. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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fuchsia
noun
fuch·sia
ˈfyü-shə 
1
: any of a genus of shrubs related to the evening primrose and having showy nodding flowers usually in deep pinks, reds, and purples
2
: a vivid reddish purple
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