Definition: (noun) A blue pigment made from powdered lapis lazuli; a vivid or strong blue to purplish blue.
Synonyms: indigo, French blue.
Usage: She found a piece of fabric dyed ultramarine, which would make a perfect sash for the light blue dress she was making.
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