tinte
dye
noun TEEN-teh Rare
Origin: From Latin tinctus, past participle of tingere (to dye).
Also means
tint
Usage Note
Tinte can mean a hair dye (se puso tinte en el pelo), a tinted varnish, or figuratively a nuance or overtone (con tinte político = 'with a political tinge'). The related verb is teñir. Do not confuse with tinta (ink).
Examples
"Se aplicó un tinte rubio en el cabello."
Natural Translation
She applied a blonde dye to her hair.
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