Basic Details
Word: Dye
Part of Speech: Noun/Verb
Meaning: A substance used to change the colour of something, usually fabric, or the action of applying this substance.
Synonyms: Stain, tint, pigment
Antonyms: Bleach, fade
Idioms and Phrases
- Dye your hair: To change the colour of your hair with dye. Example: "She decided to dye her hair bright red for the summer."
- In the same dye lot: Refers to items that are dyed together, resulting in the same colour. Example: "Make sure to buy fabric from the same dye lot to ensure they match perfectly."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The artist used natural dyes from plants to colour her fabric.
Example 2: You can dye a plain white t-shirt to give it a fresh and vibrant look.
Example 3: After dyeing the curtains blue, the living room felt much brighter and more inviting.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the ancient Egyptians used natural dyes derived from plants, insects, and minerals to colour their fabrics over 5,000 years ago? These techniques are still used today in some traditional crafts!
Famous Quote
"If you think you are too small to be effective, you have never been in bed with a mosquito." - Betty Reese (While not directly about dye, the idea that small things can create a big impact applies to how small amounts of dye can change the appearance of large fabrics!)
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "dye" mean?
a) To wash something
b) A substance used to change colour
c) A type of material
d) A fashion style
Answer: b) A substance used to change colour
2. Which of these is a synonym of "dye"?
a) Stain
b) Paper
c) Scissors
d) Brush
Answer: a) Stain
3. Which of these would be an antonym of "dye"?
a) Colour
b) Bleach
c) Tint
d) Paint
Answer: b) Bleach
4. Which sentence uses "dye" correctly?
a) She decided to dye her dress pink for the party.
b) He bought dyeing business to open a restaurant.
c) This dye loves to play in the park.
d) They dye a beautiful song together.
Answer: a) She decided to dye her dress pink for the party.
5. Which idiom means to change the colour of your hair?
a) In the same dye lot
b) Dye your hair
c) A colour of your choice
d) The colour of money
Answer: b) Dye your hair
