Definition of "dye" []

A substance used to color materials. Also called dyestuff. (noun)
A color imparted by dyeing. (noun)
To color (a material), especially by soaking in a coloring solution. (verb-transitive)
To take on or impart color. (verb-intransitive)
Of the deepest dye Of the most extreme sort. (idiom)

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Use "dye" in a sentence

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"By this letter I am convinced that the dye is absolutely cast, with respect to him, and that no attempts on my part to bring about a reconciliation would be either prudent or successful."
"A dye is injected into the child's vein and then a special film is taken to see if the disease has spread to the bones."

Words like "dye"

color die died double-dye dyed

dyeing dyes dyestuff dying grain

imbue ingrain shade stain strain

tinge

to dye in the wool