tie-dye
tie-dye · tie-dyes · tie-dyed · tie-dyeing
To tie strings around and then dye it, in such a manner that the tied parts do not get…To tie strings around (fabric or clothing) and then dye it, in such a manner that the tied parts do not get colored.
/ˈtaɪˌdaɪ/
Meaning
1 sensesTo tie strings around (fabric or clothing) and then dye it, in such a manner that the tied parts do not get colored.
More definitions
- dye after knotting the fabric to produce an irregular pattern
Forms
tie-dyes, tie-dyeing, tie-dyed, tie-dyedLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle
See also
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