Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stain
noun, verb
/steɪn/
Definition
A mark or discoloration that is hard to remove.
Examples
- She tried to remove the coffee stain from the tablecloth.
- He stained the wood to bring out its natural beauty.
- The accident left a permanent stain on his reputation.
Meaning
To leave a mark on something, often by causing a change in color or quality.
Synonyms
- mark
- blemish
- spot
- smudge
- taint
