alkermes /alˈkəːmɪz/ noun2 •The desiccated bodies of certain insects (female Kermes ilicis and Kermes vermilio), which live on the kermes oak, formerly much used as a material for dye and a medicinal ingredient; also a given mixture, preparation etc. containing such insects.But alkermes many except against: in some cases it may help, if it be good […] — 1624 •A red Italian alcoholic liqueur.
