stain

1 of 2

verb

ˈstān

stained; staining; stains

transitive verb

: to suffuse with color

: discolor, soil

: taint sense 3

a conscience stained with guilt

: to bring discredit on

the scandal stained his reputation

: to color (something, such as wood, glass, or cloth) by processes affecting chemically or otherwise the material itself

intransitive verb

: to receive a stain

stainable

ˈstā-nə-bəl How to pronounce stain (audio)

adjective

stainer

ˈstā-nər

noun

stain

2 of 2

noun

: a soiled or discolored spot

: a natural spot of color contrasting with the ground

: a taint of guilt : stigma

: a preparation (as of dye or pigment) used in staining: such as

: a dye or pigment capable of penetrating the pores of wood

: a dye or mixture of dyes used in microscopy to make visible minute and transparent structures, to differentiate tissue elements, or to produce specific chemical reactions

stainproof

ˈstān-ˌprüf How to pronounce stain (audio)

adjective

Example Sentences

Verb The red wine stained the carpet. He stained the wood a dark cherry color. The accusations stained his reputation. Noun There's a juice stain on the floor. She has a stain on her shirt. Will those grass stains wash out? See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

Dye from other garments can stain or lend a dingy appearance to white clothes.

Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2022 Anton’s Law has ushered in uncertain times for Maryland officers concerned about whether complaints or missteps could stain their reputations, and for departments navigating the new legal requirements.

Steve Thompson, Washington Post, 26 Aug. 2022 As Rutledge read a book in which Buechner recounted the sudden loss of his father, he was stunned to see his tears stain the pages.

John Blake, CNN, 21 Aug. 2022 One user shared a suggestion before applying: wear gloves when using, as this gloss can stain your skin.

Dori Price, Good Housekeeping, 15 Aug. 2022 No disrespect to the plastic quart containers ubiquitous in restaurant kitchens, but glass food storage containers won’t stain, can go straight into the oven or microwave, and are dishwasher-safe.

Mackenzie Chung Fegan, Bon Appétit, 13 July 2022 Fresh sweat stains, which will appear as light yellow patches that stain the underarm of shirts, should be pretreated with an enzymatic formula like Krud Kutter Sports Stain Remover or Zout prior to laundering.

Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2022 Dog urine can also wreak havoc on hardscapes such as decks and garden paths, so, if possible, choose nonporous materials that won’t stain or absorb liquids and odors.

Washington Post, 4 May 2022 This natural deodorant from Hawthorne looks super sleek and offers odor prevention that won’t stain your clothes.

The Salt Lake Tribune, 30 Mar. 2022

Noun

Sand the edges and corners, and apply a coat of natural wood stain and sealer; let dry.

Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Sep. 2022 Once the wood is smooth and clean, use synthetic paint brushes to apply two coats of stain for a uniform, polished look.

Daniel Bortz, Washington Post, 30 June 2022 The town’s famous Boardwalk is getting more than a fresh coat of stain.

Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 22 May 2022 The play deals with lots of issues: a daughter’s responsibility to her mother, the challenges of being a member of an affluent Black elite, the clash between the American mythology of racial progress and the stubbornness of the stain of slavery.

Chris Jones, chicagotribune.com, 2 Feb. 2022 Today, permanent markers have replaced charcoal, Kool-Aid doubles as hair dye, clear deodorant for blush and M&M's are used in lieu of lip stain.

Zara Stone, CNN, 2 Nov. 2021 NBA Finals run that had removed much of the stain from some of the most embarrassing days in franchise history.

Greg Moore, The Arizona Republic, 23 Oct. 2021 Think: a colourful patch on top of a rip in your jeans, or an embroidered design on top of a coffee stain.

refinery29.com, 19 Oct. 2021 Unquestionably, we are getting rid of this stain and will decree so immediately.

Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn, National Review, 13 Oct. 2021 See More

Kids Definition

stain 1 of 2

verb

ˈstān

stained; staining

: to soil or discolor especially in spots

: to use something (as a dye) to change the color of

I spent the weekend staining the deck.

: corrupt entry 1 sense 1

Her conscience was stained.

: disgrace entry 1

The scandal stained his reputation.

stain

2 of 2

noun

: spot entry 1 sense 2, discoloration

Will this stain wash out?

: a mark of guilt or disgrace : stigma

: something (as a dye) used in staining

Medical Definition

stain 1 of 2

transitive verb

ˈstān

: to cause discoloration of

smoking stains teeth

: to color by processes affecting chemically or otherwise the material itself

stain bacteria with a fluorescent dye

intransitive verb

: to receive a stain

stain

2 of 2

noun

: a discolored spot or area (as on the skin or teeth) see port-wine stain

: a preparation (as of dye or pigment) used in staining something

especially : a dye or mixture of dyes used in microscopy to make minute and transparent structures visible, to differentiate tissue elements, or to produce specific chemical reactions

单词	stains
释义	stain 1 of 2 verb ˈstān stained; staining; stains transitive verb 1 : to suffuse with color 2 : discolor, soil 3 a : taint sense 3 a conscience stained with guilt b : to bring discredit on the scandal stained his reputation 4 : to color (something, such as wood, glass, or cloth) by processes affecting chemically or otherwise the material itself intransitive verb : to receive a stain stainable ˈstā-nə-bəl adjective stainer ˈstā-nər noun stain 2 of 2 noun 1 a : a soiled or discolored spot b : a natural spot of color contrasting with the ground 2 : a taint of guilt : stigma 3 : a preparation (as of dye or pigment) used in staining: such as a : a dye or pigment capable of penetrating the pores of wood b : a dye or mixture of dyes used in microscopy to make visible minute and transparent structures, to differentiate tissue elements, or to produce specific chemical reactions stainproof ˈstān-ˌprüf adjective Synonyms Verb blemish darken mar poison spoil taint tarnish touch vitiate Noun blot brand onus slur smirch smudge spot stigma taint See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Verb The red wine stained the carpet. He stained the wood a dark cherry color. The accusations stained his reputation. Noun There's a juice stain on the floor. She has a stain on her shirt. Will those grass stains wash out? See More Recent Examples on the Web Verb Dye from other garments can stain or lend a dingy appearance to white clothes. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2022 Anton’s Law has ushered in uncertain times for Maryland officers concerned about whether complaints or missteps could stain their reputations, and for departments navigating the new legal requirements. Steve Thompson, Washington Post, 26 Aug. 2022 As Rutledge read a book in which Buechner recounted the sudden loss of his father, he was stunned to see his tears stain the pages. John Blake, CNN, 21 Aug. 2022 One user shared a suggestion before applying: wear gloves when using, as this gloss can stain your skin. Dori Price, Good Housekeeping, 15 Aug. 2022 No disrespect to the plastic quart containers ubiquitous in restaurant kitchens, but glass food storage containers won’t stain, can go straight into the oven or microwave, and are dishwasher-safe. Mackenzie Chung Fegan, Bon Appétit, 13 July 2022 Fresh sweat stains, which will appear as light yellow patches that stain the underarm of shirts, should be pretreated with an enzymatic formula like Krud Kutter Sports Stain Remover or Zout prior to laundering. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2022 Dog urine can also wreak havoc on hardscapes such as decks and garden paths, so, if possible, choose nonporous materials that won’t stain or absorb liquids and odors. Washington Post, 4 May 2022 This natural deodorant from Hawthorne looks super sleek and offers odor prevention that won’t stain your clothes. The Salt Lake Tribune, 30 Mar. 2022 Noun Sand the edges and corners, and apply a coat of natural wood stain and sealer; let dry. Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Sep. 2022 Once the wood is smooth and clean, use synthetic paint brushes to apply two coats of stain for a uniform, polished look. Daniel Bortz, Washington Post, 30 June 2022 The town’s famous Boardwalk is getting more than a fresh coat of stain. Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 22 May 2022 The play deals with lots of issues: a daughter’s responsibility to her mother, the challenges of being a member of an affluent Black elite, the clash between the American mythology of racial progress and the stubbornness of the stain of slavery. Chris Jones, chicagotribune.com, 2 Feb. 2022 Today, permanent markers have replaced charcoal, Kool-Aid doubles as hair dye, clear deodorant for blush and M&M's are used in lieu of lip stain. Zara Stone, CNN, 2 Nov. 2021 NBA Finals run that had removed much of the stain from some of the most embarrassing days in franchise history. Greg Moore, The Arizona Republic, 23 Oct. 2021 Think: a colourful patch on top of a rip in your jeans, or an embroidered design on top of a coffee stain. refinery29.com, 19 Oct. 2021 Unquestionably, we are getting rid of this stain and will decree so immediately. Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn, National Review, 13 Oct. 2021 See More Word History Etymology Verb Middle English steynen, partly from Anglo-French desteindre to take away the color from & partly of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse steina to paint — more at distain First Known Use Verb 14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1 Noun 1557, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Phrases Containing stain Giemsa stain Gram's stain port-wine stain Gram stain Giemsa stain Gram's stain port-wine stain Gram stain Kids Definition stain 1 of 2 verb ˈstān stained; staining 1 : to soil or discolor especially in spots 2 : to use something (as a dye) to change the color of I spent the weekend staining the deck. 3 : corrupt entry 1 sense 1 Her conscience was stained. 4 : disgrace entry 1 The scandal stained his reputation. stain 2 of 2 noun 1 : spot entry 1 sense 2, discoloration Will this stain wash out? 2 : a mark of guilt or disgrace : stigma 3 : something (as a dye) used in staining Medical Definition stain 1 of 2 transitive verb ˈstān 1 : to cause discoloration of smoking stains teeth 2 : to color by processes affecting chemically or otherwise the material itself stain bacteria with a fluorescent dye intransitive verb : to receive a stain stain 2 of 2 noun 1 : a discolored spot or area (as on the skin or teeth) see port-wine stain 2 : a preparation (as of dye or pigment) used in staining something especially : a dye or mixture of dyes used in microscopy to make minute and transparent structures visible, to differentiate tissue elements, or to produce specific chemical reactions stains 1 of 2 noun plural of stain 1 as in blots a mark of guilt or disgrace the stain of this cowardly act would haunt him for the rest of his career Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance blots taints stigmas smudges guilts spots brands shames slurs disgraces smirches stigmata onuses corruptions infamies ignominies sins discredit black eyes depravities vices immoralities reproaches iniquities obloquies debaucheries dishonors odiums disreputes disesteems opprobriums Antonyms & Near Antonyms awards purities goods chastities rights honors credits glories modesties reputes fames integrities probities rectitudes honesties renowns legitimacies See More 2 as in pigments a substance used to color other materials applied several coats of stain to the wood Synonyms & Similar Words pigments dyes colors colorants colorings dyestuffs hues tints shades toners tinges casts stains 2 of 2 verb present tense third-person singular of stain 1 as in poisons to affect slightly with something morally bad or undesirable her poor choice of companions stained her reputation somewhat Synonyms & Similar Words poisons taints mars spoils darkens blemishes touches smears smudges tarnishes soils discolors blackens dirties vitiates clouds degrades smuts tars discredits blurs lowers distorts corrupts disgraces besmirches colors pollutes besmears sullies perverts smirches shames sinks begrimes dishonors abases debauches fouls twists depraves tarres debases demeans subverts cheapens bastardizes demoralizes Antonyms & Near Antonyms cleanses purifies elevates magnifies uplifts ennobles glorifies enshrines dignifies hallows See More 2 as in dyes to give color or a different color to stained the table to look like cherry Synonyms & Similar Words dyes paints tints colors pigments tinges brightens tinctures stripes streaks flecks specks speckles mottles bepaints darkens patterns lightens dapples marbles daubs embrowns checkers striates polychromes variegates tones (down) Antonyms & Near Antonyms bleaches whitens decolorizes blanches 3 as in smudges to make dirty oil stained his work pants Synonyms & Similar Words smudges dirties soils messes blackens grimes daubs besmirches sullies mucks distains mires contaminates smirches discolors befouls gaums muddies taints fouls begrimes disorders bemires pollutes defiles jumbles disarranges crocks muddles draggles dishevels disarrays collies confuses Antonyms & Near Antonyms cleans cleanses wipes purifies purges washes decontaminates brushes dusts rinses disinfects mops sweeps scrubs sanitizes launders scours brightens deodorizes freshens renews straightens (up) spruces (up) dry-cleans tidies (up) See More
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stain

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