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ingrain
(/I/n'gr/eI/n )

adjective (a)

  • Dyed with grain, or kermes.(adjective)
    source: webster1913

noun (n)

  • An ingrain fabric, as a carpet.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • thoroughly work in(verb.contact)
    Synonym:
    grain
    source: wordnet30
  • produce or try to produce a vivid impression of(verb.cognition)
    Example:
    Mother tried to ingrain respect for our elders in us.
    Synonym:
    impress, instill
    source: wordnet30
  • To dye with or in grain or kermes.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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