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Meaning of the word stained in English

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stained

US / -steɪnd/
UK / -steɪnd/
"stained" picture

Adjective

marked or discolored by a substance that has soaked in

Example:
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The old tablecloth was heavily stained with wine.
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His reputation was stained by the scandal.
Synonym:
blemished soiled discolored sullied tarnished

Verb

to mark (something) with a stain

Example:
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He accidentally stained his new shirt with coffee.
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The artist stained the wood to give it a darker finish.
Synonym:
discolor mark soil dye tint
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