Dictionary Check: stain
"stain" is a valid word!
Scrabble
5
points
Words with Friends
6
points
Definition
noun
a soiled or discolored appearance
Example:
"the wine left a dark stain"
noun
(microscopy) a dye or other coloring material that is used in microscopy to make structures visible
noun
anything regarded as making something unclean
noun
a symbol of disgrace or infamy
Example:
"And the Lord set a mark upon Cain"
noun
an act that brings discredit to the person who does it
Example:
"he made a huge blot on his copybook"
verb
color with a liquid dye or tint
Example:
"Stain this table a beautiful walnut color"
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