Meaning & Definition of word "Dyer"

Dyer

/ˈdaɪ.ər/

noun:

  • 1. A worker who dyes fabric or materials.
    • Example: The dyer skillfully mixed colors to produce the perfect shade of blue.
  • 2. A person or company that specializes in the dyeing of textiles.
    • Example: She apprenticed under a renowned dyer to learn the craft of textile coloring.
  • 3. One who engages in the dyeing process, especially in a commercial context.
    • Example: The dyer took great care to ensure that each batch of fabric was evenly dyed.

Etymology

From Middle English dyer, from Old French dieur, from dye + -er.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dye job:

The process of dyeing something, or the result of that process.

to dye for:

Something extremely appealing or desirable.

Related Words

dying:

The process of applying dye.

dye:

A substance used to add color to materials.

Slang Meanings of dyer

Meaning: To dye

Example Sentence: I need to dye my hair; it's looking a bit drab.