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Words with a similar base: stain

[stain.n.01] as in: a soiled or discolored appearance

[stain.n.02] as in: (microscopy) a dye or other coloring material that is used in microscopy to make structures visible

[dirt.n.02] as in: the state of being covered with unclean things

[mark.n.06] as in: a symbol of disgrace or infamy; --Genesis

[blot.n.02] as in: an act that brings discredit to the person who does it

[stain.v.01] as in: color with a liquid dye or tint

[stain.v.02] as in: produce or leave stains

[tarnish.v.01] as in: make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically

[stain.v.04] as in: color for microscopic study

					stain (English)
└── steinen (Middle English (1100-1500))