Stain ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Stain ( noun )

1. A colored patch or dirty mark that is difficult to remove.
2. A moral flaw or blemish.

Origin:

From old french estainte, meaning 'a mark made by a pointed instrument'.

Examples:

1. She spilled wine on her shirt and couldn't get out the stain.
2. The carpet had a stubborn stain that wouldn't come out.
3. The politician had a stain on his reputation.

(As a verb)

Stain ( verb )

1. A colored patch or dirty mark that is difficult to remove.
2. A moral flaw or blemish.

Origin:

From old french estainte, meaning 'a mark made by a pointed instrument'.

Examples:

1. She spilled wine on her shirt and couldn't get out the stain.
2. The carpet had a stubborn stain that wouldn't come out.
3. The politician had a stain on his reputation.