Emily Dickinson Lexicon — Taint (-s)

Definition for Taint (-s)

tailor take (-en, -s, -th, -ing, took)

taint (-s), n. [OFr < L. tinctus, dyed, stained.] (webplay: infection).

Spot; hint; stain; mark of dishonor; blemish on reputation.

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