cross-dye

1 of 3

transitive verb

: to dye by the process of cross-dyeing

cross-dye

2 of 3

noun

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1
: the dye used in cross-dyeing
2
: a fabric that has been cross-dyed

cross-dye

3 of 3

adjective

: treated by or resulting from cross-dyeing
cross-dye rayon
cross-dye effects

Word History

Etymology

Transitive verb

cross entry 5 + dye (verb)

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“Cross-dye.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cross-dye. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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