1. present participle of engrain; to dye or color deeply so that the color becomes fixed or permanent
Usage: often used in textile or fabric contexts; archaic or technical usage
2. present participle of engrain; to establish firmly in the mind or character
Usage: figurative use

1. the act or process of engraining; a deeply fixed or permanent coloring or characteristic
Usage: rare; typically used in technical or historical contexts

Examples

• The artisan was engrailing the fabric with indigo dye to create a lasting color.
• Years of practice were engrailing the musician's technique into muscle memory.
• The engrailing of cultural values begins in childhood.
• The dyer succeeded in engrailing the crimson hue so thoroughly that it never faded.
• Prejudices can become engrailing if left unchallenged.
• The engrailing process required multiple applications of the dye.
• She was engrailing the lessons of history into her students' minds.