any of a genus (Dianthus) of annual and perennial plants of the pink family with white, pink, or red flowers, often clove-scented
the flower
its pale-red color
the highest or finest example, degree, etc.: the pink of perfection
Informal a person whose political or economic views are somewhat leftist: a derogatory term
Brit.
the scarlet worn by a fox hunter
a fox hunter
adjective
designating a family (Caryophyllaceae, order Caryophyllales) of widely distributed, dicotyledonous plants with bright-colored flowers, including the carnation and sweet william