non-tintable
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/nɒnˈtɪntəbl/
(tintable)
unable to be colored
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-tintable' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'tintable', which comes from 'tint', meaning 'to color'.
Historical Evolution
'tint' changed from the Old French word 'tinte' and eventually became the modern English word 'tint'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'tint' meant 'to color lightly', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to apply a color'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not capable of being tinted or colored.
The glass is non-tintable, making it unsuitable for certain decorative purposes.
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Last updated: 2025/03/05 23:06