STAIN
Scrabble letter values: S1T1A1I1N1 = 5
Definition
- verb color with a liquid dye or tint.
- verb produce or leave stains.
- verb make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air. — synonyms: tarnish, maculate, sully, defile
- verb color for microscopic study.
- noun a soiled or discolored appearance. — synonyms: discoloration, discolouration
- noun (microscopy) a dye or other coloring material that is used in microscopy to make structures visible.
- noun the state of being covered with unclean things. — synonyms: dirt, filth, grime, soil, grease, grunge
- noun a symbol of disgrace or infamy. — synonyms: mark, stigma, brand
- noun an act that brings discredit to the person who does it. — synonyms: blot, smear, smirch, spot
Examples
- “Stain this table a beautiful walnut color”
- “people knew how to stain glass a beautiful blue in the middle ages”
- “Red wine stains the table cloth”