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Meaning of the word dye in English

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dye

US /daɪ/
UK /daɪ/
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Noun

1.

a natural or synthetic substance used to add a color or to change the color of something

Example:
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She used a dark brown dye to color her hair.
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The fabric was treated with a natural dye.
Synonym:
colorantpigmenttintstain

Verb

1.

to add a color or to change the color of something using a dye

Example:
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She decided to dye her hair blonde.
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He plans to dye the old curtains a new color.
Synonym:
colortintstainpigment
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