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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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