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taint in French

taint in French is contamination, moisissure, souillure — taint means a trace of contamination, corruption, or disgrace attached to something or someone.

taint in French

contamination
noun
A contamination, decay or putrefaction, especially in food.
moisissure
noun
A contamination, decay or putrefaction, especially in food.
souillure
noun
A contamination, decay or putrefaction, especially in food.
souillure
noun
A mark of disgrace, especially on one's character; blemish.
tache
noun
A mark of disgrace, especially on one's character; blemish.

What does "taint" mean?

  1. noun A trace of contamination, corruption, or disgrace attached to something or someone.
    "The scandal left a lasting taint on his reputation."
  2. verb To contaminate or spoil something, physically or morally.
    "Bribery allegations tainted the entire election."
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taint in a sentence

  • The scandal left a lasting taint on his reputation.
  • Bribery allegations tainted the entire election.
  • Careless handling can taint the flavor of the wine.

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What is "taint" in French?

"taint" in French is contamination, moisissure, souillure. taint means: A trace of contamination, corruption, or disgrace attached to something or someone.

How do you use "taint" in a sentence?

Example: "The scandal left a lasting taint on his reputation." In French, "taint" is contamination, moisissure, souillure.

Are there other ways to say "taint" in French?

Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "taint": contamination, moisissure, souillure, tache.

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