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undyed

adjective

un·​dyed ˌən-ˈdīd How to pronounce undyed (audio)
: not dyed
undyed wool

Examples of undyed in a Sentence

pieces of undyed leather
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Other ways Cotton Incorporated has been reducing the industry’s reliance on water, chemicals and energy is to develop fabrics made from cotton in its natural, undyed state. Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 18 Nov. 2025 The sweater fibers are 100% undyed and all natural which means no chemicals and no synthetic coloring, great for those with sensitivities to said materials. Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 17 Nov. 2025 When shopping, look for toys made with natural materials, such as bone, natural rubber, undyed cotton, hemp, or food-grade silicone for chew toys. Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Sep. 2025 Simple, classic cardigans work in the same way: Begg x Co make theirs on the Ayrshire coast in a classic undyed tone which will gleam in the sun; storied English tailoring house dunhill present theirs in light pastel tones to underline their suitability to warmer, sunnier days. Nick Hendry, Robb Report, 19 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for undyed

Word History

First Known Use

1538, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of undyed was in 1538

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“Undyed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undyed. Accessed 27 Nov. 2025.

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