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dyeing

American

[dahy-ing] / ˈdaɪ ɪŋ /

noun

process of coloring fibers, yarns, or fabrics.

dyeing British

/ ˈdaɪɪŋ /

noun

the process or industry of colouring yarns, fabric, etc

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Etymology

Origin of dyeing

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

Example Sentences

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The researchers hope their findings will encourage more thorough testing of clothing before it reaches consumers and push manufacturers to adopt safer alternatives during the dyeing process.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

Perhaps the translation is off, or maybe something else needs tinkering; dyeing her hair Nora’s exact shade of brown doesn’t help, nor does attempting to do the film in a Norwegian accent.

From Salon • Nov. 23, 2025

They visit artisans at work making tie-dye cloth in nearby Arimatsu, a village that has been perfecting the art of dyeing fabrics in intricate patterns for 400 years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 4, 2025

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 • Apr. 29, 2025

Mom’s in the kitchen dyeing a tablecloth for the judges’ table.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy

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