Definition of Staining

1. Noun. (histology) the use of a dye to color specimens for microscopic study.

Generic synonyms: Dyeing
Specialized synonyms: Gram Method, Gram Stain, Gram's Method, Gram's Procedure, Gram's Stain
Category relationships: Histology
Derivative terms: Stain

2. Noun. The act of spotting or staining something.
Exact synonyms: Maculation, Spotting
Generic synonyms: Dirtying, Soiling, Soilure
Derivative terms: Maculate, Maculate, Spot

Definition of Staining

1. Verb. (present participle of ''stain'') ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Staining

1. stain [v] - See also: stain

Medical Definition of Staining

1. The use of a dye, reagent, or other material for producing colouration in tissues or microorganisms for microscopic examination. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Staining

staidness
staidnesses
staig
staigs
stain
stainabilities
stainability
stainable
stained
stainer
stainers
stainest
staineth
staining (current term)
stainings
stainless
stainless-steel
stainless steel
stainlesses
stainlessly
stainlessness
stainproof
stains
stains-all
stair
stair-carpet
stair-rod
stair-step

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