Definition of Dye
Dye
Dye
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A substance used to change the color of something, especially fabric.
e.g. She used a vibrant dye to color her hair a deep purple.
(verb)
to change something's color or to add color to it using a special substance, typically by dipping the thing in a solution containing the coloring agent;
e.g. He plans to dye the shirt blue to make his costume.
(verb)
to be capable of taking up color during a coloring process, or to be capable of coloring something;
e.g. Some fabrics dye very quickly while others take more repetitions to turn the desired color.
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