restained

stain

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [steyn]
- /steɪn/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [steyn]
- /steɪn/

Definitions of restained word

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

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Origin of restained

First appearance:

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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Parts of speech for Restained

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exclamation

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restained popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 99% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 69% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

restained usage trend in Literature

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