blan

/blæn/

Definitions

1. verb

to bleach or whiten, especially by exposure to sun or wind

“The fabric will blan in the sun if left outside for too long.”

2. verb

to strip off the outer layer of the skin, as of a fruit or vegetable

“The farmer will blan the potatoes before boiling them.”

3. noun

a type of flatbread made from wheat flour

“The traditional blan is a staple in many Middle Eastern cuisines.”

Synonyms

  • bleach
  • scald
  • whiten

Antonyms

  • dye
  • stain