restain

stain

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Definitions of restain word

noun restain a discoloration produced by foreign matter having penetrated into or chemically reacted with a material; a spot not easily removed. 1
noun restain a natural spot or patch of color different from that of the basic color, as on the body of an animal. 1
noun restain a cause of reproach; stigma; blemish: a stain on one's reputation. 1
noun restain coloration produced by a dye that penetrates a substance, as wood. 1
noun restain a dye made into a solution for coloring woods, textiles, etc. 1
noun restain a reagent or dye used in treating a specimen for microscopic examination. 1

before 1350

One of the 20% oldest English words

1350-1400; Middle English steynen < Old Norse steina to paint; in some senses aphetic form of distain

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