blanc

blɑ̃

Definitions

1. noun

the color white; white wine from the Bordeaux region of France

“The artist used a range of colors, including blanc, to create a striking painting.”

2. adjective

white or pale in color

“The blanc flowers bloomed in the garden during spring.”

3. noun

a person of French ancestry or descent

“The blanc community in the United States has a rich cultural heritage.”

4. noun

a term used to describe the French-speaking population of Quebec in Canada

“The blanc are a distinct ethnic group in Quebec with their own language and customs.”

Synonyms

  • pale
  • white
  • whitish

Antonyms

  • black
  • dark