stain

B2
Pronunciation
/steɪn/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A discoloured spot or area.

2 Definition

A blemish on one's character or reputation.

3 Definition

A substance used to soak into a surface and colour it.

4 Definition

A reagent or dye used to stain microscope specimens so as to make some structures visible.

5 Definition

Any of a number of non-standard tinctures used in modern heraldry.

Verb
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

To discolour.

Example Sentences
  • armour stained with blood
2 Definition

To taint or tarnish someone's character or reputation

3 Definition

To coat a surface with a stain

Example Sentences
  • the stained glass used for church windows
4 Definition

To become stained; to take a stain.

5 Definition

To treat (a microscopic specimen) with a dye, especially one that dyes specific features

6 Definition

To cause to seem inferior or soiled by comparison.