tinting

noun

tint·​ing ˈtin-tiŋ How to pronounce tinting (audio)
1
: the act or process of one that tints
2
: the engraved or colored tint produced by tinting

Examples of tinting in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Windshield tinting Under Senate Bill 46, vehicle owners are allowed to tint their windshields if the tinting allows 70% light transmittance. Hannah Pinski, The Courier-Journal, 12 July 2024 Focusing on specialized offerings such as Paint Protection Film (PPF), window tinting, and ceramic coating, AP3 aims to enhance a vehicle's appearance and elevate the owner's overall experience. Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 6 June 2024 The results After the eyebrow tinting and facial, I was instantly impressed with the results. Larry Stansbury, Essence, 22 May 2024 Latinos are 12 times as often as white people to be cited or arrested for improper tinting of windows. Daniel Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 14 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for tinting 

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1841, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of tinting was circa 1841

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“Tinting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tinting. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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