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after-dyeing

|af-ter-dye-ing|

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/ˈæftər ˈdaɪɪŋ/

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/ˈɑːftə ˈdaɪɪŋ/

dyeing after creation

Etymology
Etymology Information

'after-dyeing' originates from the combination of 'after' and 'dyeing', where 'after' indicates a subsequent action and 'dyeing' refers to the process of coloring fabric.

Historical Evolution

'after-dyeing' has remained consistent in its meaning, referring to the dyeing process occurring after the initial fabric creation.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'dyeing after fabric creation', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a process in textile manufacturing where dyeing occurs after the fabric has been woven or knitted.

The fabric underwent after-dyeing to achieve the desired shade.

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Last updated: 2025/07/23 16:04