whatten

/ˈhwɒtən/

Definitions

1. noun

A variant of whetten, a verb meaning to become or make something white, especially by applying a whitening substance.

“The old book was whatten to remove its yellowed stains.”

2. verb (archaic)

To become or make something white, especially by applying a whitening substance.

“The artist tried to whatten the old painting to restore its original color.”

Synonyms

  • whiten
  • whitten

Antonyms

  • darken
  • tarnish