Definition of rouge

• a. - red.
• n. - A red amorphous powder consisting of ferric oxide. It is used in polishing glass, metal, or gems, and as a cosmetic, etc. Called also crocus, jeweler's rouge, etc.
• n. - A cosmetic used for giving a red color to the cheeks or lips. The best is prepared from the dried flowers of the safflower, but it is often made from carmine.
• v. i. - To paint the face or cheeks with rouge.
• v. t. - To tint with rouge; as, to rouge the face or the cheeks.