From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishtaint‧ed /ˈteɪntɪd/ adjective especially American English 1 a tainted substance, especially food or drink, is not safe because it is spoiled or contains a harmful substance or poison a tainted blood supply2 affected or influenced by something illegal, dishonest, or morally …
What is a tainting?
transitive verb. 1 : to contaminate morally : corrupt scholarship tainted by envy. 2 : to affect with putrefaction : spoil. 3 : to touch or affect slightly with something bad persons tainted with prejudice.
What does the word taint mean in a sentence?
/teɪnt/ to spoil something or give it an unpleasant quality: His reputation was permanently tainted by the financial scandal. He warned of toxins such as mercury tainting some fish. More examples.
What does tarnishing mean?
transitive verb. 1 : to dull or destroy the luster of by or as if by air, dust, or dirt : soil, stain. 2a : to detract from the good quality of : vitiate his fine dreams now slightly tarnished. b : to bring disgrace on : sully the scandal has tarnished his reputation. intransitive verb.
What does tainted meat mean?
Tainting something makes it impure. To taint something is to spoil or corrupt it, whether it’s water, food, or even a person’s soul. These days, taint gets in the news if a company accidentally taints meat with salmonella bacteria, for example.
What type of food is tainted food?
Raw foods of animal origin are the most likely to be contaminated, specifically raw or undercooked meat and poultry, raw or lightly cooked eggs, unpasteurized (raw) milk, and raw shellfish. Fruits and vegetables also may get contaminated.
What are synonyms for taint?
Synonyms & Antonyms of taint
- blot,
- brand,
- onus,
- slur,
- smirch,
- smudge,
- spot,
- stain,
Is taint a Scrabble word?
Yes, taint is in the scrabble dictionary.
What’s Tainted Love mean?
“Tainted Love” talks about a no-longer existing love. The narrator speaks about he has to let go of the love he feels for a person because it brings him so much pain. He also states the person is not ready to have a relationship but only wants someone who can be there for her at her beck and call.
How do I remove tarnish?
Quickly restore your jewelry or tableware with vinegar, water and baking soda. This cleaning agent is a great option for many things including your tarnished silver. Mix 1/2 cup of white vinegar with 2 tablespoons of baking soda in a bowl of lukewarm water. Let the silver soak for two to three hours.
What someone’s name is if tarnished?
What is another word for tarnish someone’s name?
| malign | slander |
|---|---|
| vilify | defame |
| traduce | smear |
| denigrate | disparage |
| calumniate | libel |
Can you eat tainted meat?
It’s safest to never eat raw or spoiled ground beef. Salmonella and STEC are the most common bacteria associated with food poisoning from ground beef. Cook the meat thoroughly to reduce your risk of infection.
