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dyeing definition

dye·ing (dī′iŋ)

transitive verb, intransitive verb

dye

noun

the process or work of coloring fabrics with dyes

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dyeing Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • fiber: Textile dyeing to improve the dyeing of cellulosic fibers with reactive dyes.

Converse of object

  • bleach: The park was created on land previously used for bleaching, dyeing, calico printing and mining.

Adjective modifier

  • indigo: In June I spent a wonderful day learning about indigo dyeing with Abi Evans.

Modifies a noun

  • machine: Most types of dye packages however can be accommodated in our versatile dyeing machines.

Noun used with modifier

  • home: Perfect for home dyeing using procion dyes, cold water dyes, silk paints or fabric paints.
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