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/ˈblækən/ · black·en
verb
- To cause something to become black in color. He blackened the iron rod by heating it in the forge.
- To become black or darken, especially gradually. The sky blackened as the storm clouds rolled in.
- To tarnish someone's reputation; to defame or sully. The tabloid tried to blacken the actor's name with false rumors.
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Did you know? In 17th‑century Scottish tradition, a 'blackening' is a pre‑wedding prank where friends ‘blacken’ the bride or groom with flour and soot.