Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Saffron.
Saffron - as a noun
Old world crocus having purple or white flowers with aromatic pungent orange stigmas used in flavoring food
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crocus sativussaffron crocusDried pungent stigmas of the old world saffron crocus
A shade of yellow tinged with orange
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
orange yellowHypernyms (Closely Related)
yellow12yellowness16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Saffron - as a verb
To add saffron to (a food), for taste, colour etc.
Example: "Saffroned water, saffroned rice."
To give a saffron colour to (something).
To embellish.
Saffron - as an adjective
Having an orange-yellow colour.
Example: "The saffron robe of a buddhist monk."
Example Sentences
"The price of saffron is quite high due to its labor-intensive harvesting process."
"A pinch of saffron can add a rich aroma and taste to the dish."
"The saffron threads need to be soaked in water or milk before using them in cooking."
"The saffron fields in Kashmir are famous for their high-quality saffron production."
"The color of saffron can vary depending on the quality and origin of the spice."
Word Game Points
Is SAFFRON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, saffron is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SAFFRON has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is SAFFRON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, saffron is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSAFFRON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is SAFFRON a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, saffron is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSAFFRON has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
