red coral

• Nom courant d'une espèce de corail marin (Corallium rubrum) à squelette calcaire rouge et dur, souvent utilisé en joaillerie et en objets décoratifs.

A common name for a species of marine coral (Corallium rubrum) with a hard, red calcareous skeleton, often used in jewelry and decorative objects.

1. Marine organismB2formal

   A type of coral that is typically red or pink in color, often used in jewelry.

   corail rouge

   • Red coral is found in the Mediterranean Sea.
   • The necklace was made of polished red coral beads.
   • Divers observed a large colony of red coral on the reef.

2. Color referenceB1informal

   A shade of red that resembles the color of red coral.

   rouge corail

   • She painted her room a beautiful red coral.
   • The dress was a vibrant red coral color.
   • Red coral is a popular choice for summer accessories.