Saxon blue

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Saxon blue (uncountable)

1. A solution of indigo in concentrated sulphuric acid, used as a dye

• Saxony blue, Großenhainer Blau, Hayner Blau, indigo carmine, FD&C Blue #2 in the US, and E132 in the EU

• saxe blue

• OED 2nd Edition