Magenta is a color that lies between red and blue on the color wheel. It is often described as a purplish-red hue and is one of the primary colors in the subtractive color model used in printing. In this model, magenta, along with cyan and yellow, can be combined to create a wide range of other colors. The name "magenta" comes from a dye that was discovered in 1859, named after the Battle of Magenta in Italy. This color is commonly used in various applications, including graphic design, fashion, and art, due to its vibrant and eye-catching appearance.