in·grain
(ˌ)in-ˈgrān
variants
or less commonly engrain
ingrained also engrained; ingraining also engraining; ingrains also engrains
: to work indelibly into the natural texture or mental or moral constitution
1
a
: made of fiber that is dyed before being spun into yarn
b
: made of yarn that is dyed before being woven or knitted
2
: thoroughly worked in : innate
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