Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tie-dye

noun
/ˈtaɪ daɪ/
Definition
A method of resist-dyeing fabric or clothing to create patterns by tying or folding the fabric before applying dye.
Examples
  • She wore a beautiful tie-dye shirt to the festival.
  • The kids enjoyed making their own tie-dye T-shirts at the camp.
  • He gifted her a tie-dye scarf that he made himself.
Meaning
Tie-dye refers to a colorful fabric design technique where the material is tied in certain ways to create patterns that resist dyeing.
Synonyms
  • resist dye
  • batik
  • colored pattern