DYE - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Verb
color with dye
Example: Please dye these shoes
Categories: Discolor, Discolour, Colour, Color
📖 Fun Facts About Dye
- • Dye is a substance used to change the color of cloth, hair, or other materials.
Synonyms
🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "dye" comes from Old English dēagian. It started in Middle English deien. Then it appeared in Proto-Indo-European *dʰewh₂-. Later, people used it in Proto-Germanic *daugō. After that, it was Old English dēah. Over time, it became Middle English deie. Many other languages have similar words:.
- Old High German: tougan
- Old English: dēagol
- Old English: dohs
🔗 Related Words
dusk – A related word in the same word family.
🧩 Fun Fact
Following this word's journey reveals ancient trade routes and cultural exchanges.