Dye

/daɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A substance used to add color to or change the color of something, especially textiles.

The fabric was treated with a natural dye made from plants.

A coloring agent that can be used in various applications, including food and cosmetics.

They used food dye to create brightly colored frosting for the cake.

verb

To add color to a material, especially by soaking it in a dye solution.

She decided to dye her hair a bright red.

To color something by applying a dye.

They will dye the old curtains to give them a fresh look.

Middle English 'dye', from Old French 'dier', from Latin 'decolorare'.

dye your hair

To change the color of your hair using dye.

dyeing art

The craft of coloring fabrics using various techniques.

food dye

Coloring agents used in food preparation.

dyer

A person who dyes fabrics or materials.

dying

The process of applying dye to materials.

dyed

Having been colored using dye.

To dramatically change one's appearance.

She really dyed it up for the party!

An expression for someone who frequently changes their style or color.

He's such a dye guy, always mixing it up.