Meaning of the word "As red as a beetroot" in English

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As red as a beetroot

US /æz rɛd æz ə ˈbiːtruːt/
UK /æz rɛd æz ə ˈbiːtruːt/

Idiom

to have a very red face, especially because you are embarrassed or angry

Example:
When she realized her mistake, her face went as red as a beetroot.
He went as red as a beetroot when his secret was revealed.