# tint

/ˈtɪnt/ (US) · /tˈɪnt/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/tint
Updated: 2026-08-27

## Senses

### 1. a slight color

noun · CEFR B2

a small amount of a color that is added to something else.

For teachers: a slight or pale coloration; a tinge of a color.

- The white paint had a slight blue tint to it.
- The artist added a subtle pink tint to the clouds to capture the atmosphere of the early morning sunrise.

### 2. hair dye

noun · CEFR B2

a chemical used to change the color of your hair slightly.

For teachers: a dye used to color the hair, typically one that adds a subtle shade rather than a complete change.

- She went to the salon to get a reddish tint for the summer.
- The stylist recommended a semi-permanent tint to enhance the natural highlights without causing significant damage to the hair follicles.

### 3. darkened glass

noun · CEFR C1 · Informal

a dark covering on car windows that stops people from seeing inside.

For teachers: a darkened film or treatment applied to vehicle windows to reduce glare and provide privacy.

- The celebrity's car had a heavy tint on all the windows.
- Local regulations often limit the darkness of the tint allowed on the front windshield for safety reasons.

### 4. to color slightly

verb · CEFR B2

to give a small amount of color to something.

For teachers: to apply a small amount of color to something; to tinge.

- The sunset tinted the sky with beautiful shades of orange.
- The manufacturer decided to tint the glass bottles green to protect the contents from light degradation.

### 5. color theory

noun · CEFR C2 · Technical

a lighter version of a color made by adding white to it.

For teachers: a variety of a color produced by adding white to it, distinguished from a shade which is produced by adding black.

- In art class, we learned how to create a tint by mixing white into red.
- The interior designer selected a series of tints from the same primary hue to create a cohesive yet airy feel throughout the apartment.

## Examples

- The white paint has a slight blue tint.
- The car windows have a dark tint to keep the interior cool during the summer months.
- The artist applied a subtle pink tint to the clouds to capture the fleeting light of the setting sun, giving the entire landscape a warm, ethereal glow.

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