Meaning of the word blanch in English

What does blanch mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

blanch

US /blæntʃ/

UK /blæntʃ/

to make white or pale by extracting color

Example:

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The shock of the news made her face blanch.

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The strong sun can blanch fabrics over time.

Synonym:

pale whiten bleach fade lighten

to scald (vegetables or nuts) in boiling water or steam in order to remove the skin or to prepare for freezing or further cooking

Example:

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You need to blanch the almonds before peeling them.

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Blanch the broccoli for a few minutes to retain its color.

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