dyeing

[dahy-ing]

noun

1. process of coloring fibers, yarns, or fabrics.

dyeing

/ ˈdaɪɪŋ /

noun

1. the process or industry of colouring yarns, fabric, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of dyeing¹

before 1000; Middle English; Old English dēagunge. See dye, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

She doesn’t regret any of it — except for dyeing her hair orange, she confesses.

From Los Angeles Times

Her tireless work rate, bubbly personality and a penchant for dyeing her hair different pastel colors made her one of the team’s most popular players in the team’s inaugural season.

From Los Angeles Times

The UK-based start-up has targeted one of the dirtiest parts of the apparel industry - dyeing fabric - with the world’s first digital dyeing process.

From BBC

Zendaya is one of those women with her ever-changing red carpet looks – even dyeing her hair for her different movies.

From Salon

That means they are typically colored using traditional dyeing processes, which can use large amounts of water and release harsh chemicals into the environment.

From Science Magazine