stainer

noun
UK /ˈsteɪnə/
US /ˈsteɪnər/

A stainer is a person or thing that puts color or marks on something.

The stainer carefully added red dye to the fabric.

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OTHER MEANINGS

2. A substance or chemical used to add color to materials such as wood or fabric.

The carpenter applied a wood stainer before varnishing the table.

3. A device or tool used to apply stain or color.

She used a small stainer to paint the edges of the model.

4. A person who works in staining glass or textiles.

The stainer mixed pigments to create a rich blue glass.