stain
stain
steɪn
stein
British pronunciation
/stˈe‍ɪn/

Definition & Meaning of "stain"in English

to stain
01

to create marks or discoloration on a surface, usually by accidentally spilling or allowing a substance to absorb

Transitive: to stain sth
to stain definition and meaning
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Examples
Spilling coffee on the carpet may stain it if not cleaned promptly.
02

to change the color of something by a liquid dye or chemical

Transitive: to stain a surface with a color
example
Examples
She stained the wooden table with a rich mahogany finish to match the decor.
03

to apply a colored substance to a microscopic sample for enhanced visibility under a microscope

Transitive: to stain a microscopic sample with a color
example
Examples
The biologist stained the tissue sample with eosin to highlight the cellular structures.
04

to tarnish or blemish the reputation or image of a person, group, or thing

Transitive: to stain someone's reputation
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Examples
The scandalous revelations stained the politician's reputation irreparably.
Stain
01

a discolored mark or spot left on a surface, like fabric, wood, or skin, by a substance such as dirt, ink, or food

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Examples
There was a dark coffee stain on his white shirt.
02

a soiled or discolored appearance

03

(microscopy) a dye or other coloring material that is used in microscopy to make structures visible

04

the state of being covered with unclean things

05

an act that brings discredit to the person who does it

06

a symbol of disgrace or infamy

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