Stain Definition
stain
noun
- a soiled or discolored appearance; "the wine left a dark stain"
- (microscopy) a dye or other coloring material that is used in microscopy to make structures visible
- the state of being covered with unclean things
- a symbol of disgrace or infamy; "And the Lord set a mark upon Cain"--Genesis
- an act that brings discredit to the person who does it; "he made a huge blot on his copybook"
verb
- color with a liquid dye or tint; "Stain this table a beautiful walnut color"; "people knew how to stain glass a beautiful blue in the middle ages"
- produce or leave stains; "Red wine stains the table cloth"
- make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically; "The silver was tarnished by the long exposure to the air"; "Her reputation was sullied after the affair with a married man"
- color for microscopic study; "The laboratory worker dyed the specimen"
"Stain" in song lyrics
See how stain is used in real songs:
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"You can penetrate the vein to the point where what remains is a stain"
Aceyalone — The Balance -
"Know I been doin it, since a little stain"
The Alchemist f/ Havoc, J-Hood, Noyd, Styles P — D Block to QB -
"And a t-shirt go to hell with blood stain"
Big Ed f/ Mystikal, Full Blooded — Go 2 War
Words that rhyme with stain
Usage tips for "stain"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "stain" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for stain to find words that pair well.