fire engine red

adj, noun — 2 senses

fire engine red

adj

1

A bright red colour typically used on fire engines

Some wear fire engine red berets, just like Emily.2023 January 20, Dan Bilefsky, “American Expatriates in Paris Wish Emily Cooper Would Go Home”, in The New York Times, →ISSN:

fire engine red

noun

1

A bright red colour typically used on fire engines

The fireplace is currently painted fire engine red with a high gloss finish. We want to tone this down to a more natural look.2006, Mi-Ling Stone Poole, Ask Mi-ling!: When You Want the Truth About Decorating, page 2:

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