Zat celup
from indonesia
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noun
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From indonesia
Definition
A substance used for dyeing textiles
Etymology
A combination of 'zat' and 'celup' (Malay: to dip into liquid). This term refers to textile dyes applied through an immersion process, reflecting traditional fabric dyeing techniques that were subsequently adapted into the context of the chemical industry.
Semantic Category
Words that are primary base forms for verbs/actions (e.g., makan, lari).
Action