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blacken

/blækən/ verb · British & US
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What does blacken mean?

verb

To make or become black, or to cover something with blackness. To stain or discolor something, often in a way that is unpleasant or unwanted.

Example

"The fire will blacken the walls if it's not extinguished soon."

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