staining

[ˈsteɪnɪŋ]

staining Definition

  • 1the process of coloring or adding a tint to something
  • 2the act of leaving a permanent mark or discoloration on something

Using staining: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "staining" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The staining of the wood gave it a darker color.

  • Example

    The red wine left a staining on the white tablecloth.

  • Example

    The staining on the wall was caused by water damage.

staining Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with staining

  • a laboratory technique used to differentiate bacterial species into two large groups based on the physical properties of their cell walls

    Example

    The Gram stain showed that the bacteria were gram-negative.

  • acid-fast stain

    a laboratory technique used to identify acid-fast bacteria, which are characterized by their ability to retain certain dyes even when treated with acidic solutions

    Example

    The acid-fast stain confirmed the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in the sputum sample.

  • a mark or discoloration caused by oil coming into contact with a surface

    Example

    The driveway was covered in oil stains from the leaking car.

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Summary: staining in Brief

Staining [ˈsteɪnɪŋ] refers to the process of coloring or adding a tint to something, or the act of leaving a permanent mark or discoloration on something. It can be seen in examples like 'The staining of the wood gave it a darker color.' and 'The red wine left a staining on the white tablecloth.' Staining also extends into laboratory techniques like 'Gram stain' and 'acid-fast stain,' used to identify bacterial species.

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