noun

1. any of a genus (Dianthus) of annual and perennial plants of the pink family with white, pink, or red flowers, often clove-scented
2. the flower
3. its pale-red color

4. Etymology: see flower,

   the highest or finest example, degree, etc. the pink of perfection

5. Etymology: so named because of tendency toward red (see red, ) views

   Informal a person whose political or economic views are somewhat leftist: a derogatory term
6. Brit.
   1. the scarlet worn by a fox hunter
   2. a fox hunter

Etymology: < ?

adjective

1. designating a family (Caryophyllaceae, order Caryophyllales) of widely distributed, dicotyledonous plants with bright-colored flowers, including the carnation and sweet william
2. pale-red
3. Informal somewhat leftist: a derogatory term