stain-repellent
|stain-re-pel-lent|
B2
/steɪn rɪˈpɛlənt/
resistant to stains
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stain-repellent' originates from the combination of 'stain' and 'repellent', where 'stain' refers to a mark or discoloration and 'repellent' means to drive away or resist.
Historical Evolution
'stain-repellent' combines the English words 'stain' and 'repellent' to form a compound adjective.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'repellent' meant 'to drive away', and in combination with 'stain', it evolved to mean 'resistant to stains'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
designed to resist or repel stains.
The couch is covered with a stain-repellent fabric.
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Last updated: 2025/03/09 21:32