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aniline dye
noun
, Chemistry.
- any of a large number of synthetic dyes derived from aniline, usually obtained from coal tar.
aniline dye
noun
- any synthetic dye originally made from raw materials, such as aniline, obtained from coal tar
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Word History and Origins
Origin of aniline dye1
First recorded in 1860–65
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Example Sentences
Socks made with aniline dyes inflamed men’s feet and gave garment workers sores and even bladder cancer.
From National Geographic
Matheson made his fortune in aniline dyes, eventually merging his company with four others to form Allied Chemical and Dye Corporation.
From Forbes
During the workshop, members outlined the eggs in pencil before applying permanent color with beeswax and aniline dyes.
From Washington Times
Strong aniline dyes also came into play, making the color of fabric “more vivid, more lively.”
From New York Times
After the aniline dyes, derived from benzene, came magentas made from toluene, reds from anthracene, pinks from phenol, and indigos from naphthalene.
From Scientific American
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