Whiten

//ˈ(h)waɪ̯.tən//

Word Type

Verb

Proper Noun

The word "whiten" can be used as verb and proper noun.

Word Relationships

Opposites (Antonyms)

blacken blacken

Derived Terms

Derived From

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

color colour discolor discolour

Manner Of

Related Terms

blanch bleach white whiter

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