tie-dye
Americanverb (used with object)
noun
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tie-dyeing.
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Informal. a fabric or garment dyed by tie-dyeing.
Etymology
Origin of tie-dye
First recorded in 1935–40
Example Sentences
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Osaka walked on to court wearing an ocean blue tie-dye tracksuit jacket with white wide-leg bottoms - both adorned with ruffles.
From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026
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
Authorities described the suspect as a heavyset man wearing a tie-dye sweatshirt and blue pants.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2025
They come in kids’ sizes featuring exciting bright patterns like tie-dye, starry nights, fish, doughnuts, and checkers to create some excitement about mask-wearing; currently 7% off at $13.99.
From Seattle Times • May 15, 2024
She’s tied her hair back with a purple tie-dye scarf that matches the flowy purple pants she’s wearing.
From "Sparrow" by Sarah Moon
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