nonstaining

1 3.9

Does not leave a stain on clothes or other things

adjective
/nɒnˈsteɪnɪŋ/

: no manchador

This nonstaining cleaner is perfect for delicate fabrics and light-colored carpets.

Examples

The doctor recommended a nonstaining ointment for use on clothing and bedding.
This paint is nonstaining.
Parents prefer nonstaining markers so children can draw without ruining their clothes.
We need to choose a nonstaining carpet for the living room.
The nonstaining paint will ensure that the walls remain clean and free from discoloration.
She used a nonstaining cleaner to wipe the kitchen countertops without leaving marks.
This fabric is nonstaining, making it ideal for homes with young children.

Synonyms

stainproof

vsnonstaining

1 3.6

A thing that does not easily get marks from food or drink

is never causing or leaving marks or spots on surfaces

Antonyms

staining

5 3.7

The process of making a mark or color change on a surface like wood

How Stain-Resistant

stainproof

1 3.6

nonstaining

1 3.9

stainable

Specialized

1 6.2

Surface Forms

nonstaining positive

Morphology

nonstaining = staining (transparent) = non + stain + ing

The prefix 'non-' clearly negates the action of 'staining', making the meaning straightforward.

Etymology

The word nonstaining comes from the prefix non- meaning 'not' and the verb stain, which means 'to make a mark or spot'. So nonstaining describes something that does not leave a mark or change color.