blanco
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Verb — To whiten or polish equipment (such as military webbing or belts) using a chalky whitening compound.
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Etymology
From Spanish blanco, "white," used in English mainly as a brand name for a whitening polish and later turned into a verb.
Full origin of blanco →Frequently asked questions
What does “blanco” mean?
The word “blanco” means to whiten or polish equipment (such as military webbing or belts) using a chalky whitening compound. In plain terms, as a verb, to whiten and polish gear; otherwise a common Spanish-language surname.
How do you pronounce “blanco”?
“Blanco” is pronounced BLANG-koh (/ˈblæŋkəʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “blanco” in a sentence?
Here is “blanco” used in a sentence: “Recruits spent Sunday nights blancoing their kit before inspection.”
What part of speech is “blanco”?
Depending on how it is used, “blanco” can be a verb and a name.
Where does the word “blanco” come from?
The word “blanco” comes from Spanish. From Spanish blanco, "white," used in English mainly as a brand name for a whitening polish and later turned into a verb.
Is “blanco” a common word?
“Blanco” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “blanco” have?
“Blanco” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to whiten or polish equipment (such as military webbing or belts) using a chalky whitening compound.