tie-dye

[ tahy-dahy ]

verb (used with object)

, tie-dyed, tie-dye·ing.

1. to dye (fabric) by tie-dyeing.

noun

1. tie-dyeing.
2. Informal. a fabric or garment dyed by tie-dyeing.

Word History and Origins

Origin of tie-dye¹

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

Spilling from the old vehicle were hippies of all eras decked out in tie-dye and top hats bejeweled with feathers and beads.

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