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dye

/daɪ/

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1 · noun

a usually soluble substance for staining or coloring e.g. fabrics or hair

染料

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India ink produces an interesting pattern when used as a dye.
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墨汁用作染料时会产生有趣的图案。
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Pronunciation: /daɪ/

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