easily-stained
|eas/i/ly-stained|
B2
/ˈiːzɪli steɪnd/
(stain)
mark or discolor
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stain' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'estainier,' where 'estain-' meant 'to discolor or defile.'
Historical Evolution
'estainier' transformed into the Middle English word 'stainen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'stain.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to discolor or defile,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to mark or discolor with a foreign substance.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
prone to absorbing or retaining stains easily.
The white shirt is easily-stained, so be careful while eating.
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Last updated: 2025/02/17 03:58