Dyeing: meaning, definitions and examples

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dyeing

[ ˈdaɪɪŋ ]

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art

The process of applying color to fabric or other materials through various techniques such as immersion, painting, or printing.

Synonyms

coloring, staining, tinting

Examples of usage

Her expertise in dyeing fabrics made her a sought-after designer.
The vibrant colors in the painting were achieved through meticulous dyeing techniques.

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hair

The act of changing the color of hair using chemical substances or natural dyes.

Synonyms

coloring, staining, tinting

Examples of usage

She is thinking of dyeing her hair blonde for the summer.
After dyeing her hair red, she received many compliments on the new look.

Translations

Translations of the word "dyeing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tingimento

🇮🇳 रंगाई

🇩🇪 Färben

🇮🇩 pewarnaan

🇺🇦 фарбування

🇵🇱 farbowanie

🇯🇵 染色 (せんしょく)

🇫🇷 teinture

🇪🇸 teñido

🇹🇷 boyama

🇰🇷 염색

🇸🇦 صباغة

🇨🇿 barvení

🇸🇰 farbenie

🇨🇳 染色 (rǎnsè)

🇸🇮 barvanje

🇮🇸 litun

🇰🇿 бояу

🇬🇪 შეღებვა

🇦🇿 boyama

🇲🇽 teñido

Word origin

The word 'dyeing' originated from the Middle English word 'deyen' which meant 'to become colored or dyed'. The art of dyeing has been practiced for centuries, with evidence of dyeing techniques dating back to ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and the Greeks. Over time, the process of dyeing has evolved with the discovery of new colorants and techniques, leading to the vibrant array of colors we see today in textiles, art, and hair.