Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun A compound of oxid of iron with gallic acid and tannin.

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Examples

  • Yes, the black-dye story's in the article at the link.

    No Comment Department Bill Crider 2006

  • Something struck his arm, and he grabbed a soft, black-dye rope, hanging from above.

    Conan The Magnificent Jordan, Robert 1986

  • Something struck his arm, and he grabbed a soft, black-dye rope, hanging from above.

    Conan The Magnificent Jordan, Robert 1984

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