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: a tie-dyed garment or fabric

Examples of tie-dye in a Sentence

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Obviously aware of those Dead anniversary shows, as well as the band’s long history with the park and the area, Bryan donned a cool Grateful Dead shirt for this performance — representing quite possibly the sole spot of tie-dye in a sea of denim in the park. Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 16 Aug. 2025 Hendrix sipping an Evian water bottle, Chessy entering with a plate of chocolate chip pancakes, and where on earth is tie-dye girl? Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 7 Aug. 2025 Infanta Sofía wore a tie-dye pink satin midi-dress, while her namesake opted for an aquamarine and pink blouse and matching trousers. Ben Jureidini, Glamour, 5 Aug. 2025 The collection featured Banarasi brocade, mirror work, tie-dye detailing, Nehru collars and kurta tailoring — motifs deeply rooted in Indian tradition and craftsmanship. Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 24 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for tie-dye

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1939, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of tie-dye was circa 1939

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“Tie-dye.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tie-dye. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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