Meaning of the word tint in English

What does tint mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tint

US /tɪnt/

UK /tɪnt/

a shade or variety of a color

Example:

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The sky had a beautiful orange tint at sunset.

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Her hair has a reddish tint.

Synonym:

hue shade tone tinge cast

a slight coloring of the hair

Example:

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She got a temporary tint for her hair.

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The salon offers various hair tints.

Synonym:

dye colorant hair dye

to color slightly

Example:

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She decided to tint her car windows for privacy.

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The artist used a light wash to tint the background.

Synonym:

color dye stain tinge shade

Related Word:

tinted