Definition of "stains" []

• Plural form of stain. (noun)
• Third-person singular simple present indicative form of stain. (verb)

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• "HOUSEWIVES: Before attempting to remove stubborn stains from a garment, circle the soiled area with a permanent pen so that when you remove it from the washing machine you can check the stain has gone."
• "Natural history, progression, and potential complications of port-wine stains arc reviewed and rationale for consistent insurance coverage for laser treatment of port-wine stains is given. methods."
• "However, there are many special-purpose primers; some of these seal in stains that would otherwise bleed through the finish paint, some control rust, some fill pores, some lock in odors, and so forth."