<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>a coloring material or matter</li><li>a liquid containing coloring matter, for imparting a particular hue to cloth, paper, etc.</li><li>color or hue, especially as produced by dyeing</li></ul><p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) to color or stain; treat with a dye; color (cloth, hair, etc.) with a substance containing coloring matter: to dye a dress green.</li><li>to impart (color) by means of a dye: The coloring matter dyed green.</li><li>(used without object) to impart color, as a dye: This brand dyes well.</li><li>to become colored or absorb color when treated with a dye: This cloth dyes easily.</li></ul>