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engrained

The correct spelling is engrained.

How to pronounce engrained

verb

Say it like: Eng-ray-ned

The correct spelling is engrained. To dye with a fast or lasting colour. For example: "The dirt was deeply ingrained in the carpet."

Usage Examples

The dirt was deeply ingrained in the carpet.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To dye with a fast or lasting colour.
  2. 2.To make (something) deeply part of something else.

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