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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
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
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)