noun
blackening
Blackening (noun) means the act or process of turning (becoming) black in colour.
noun
1
The act or process of turning (becoming) black in colour.
2
The result or an instance of such an act or process; a black stain or mark.
3
Any of various (dark-colored) surface treatments for metal substrates, to inhibit corrosion.
4
The act of defaming or sullying.
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Etymology
From blacken + -ing.
Rhymes for blackening
evening
opening
widening
awakening
happening
weakening
deafening
maddening
listening
gardening
sickening
fattening
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of blackening?
"blackening" (noun) means the act or process of turning (becoming) black in colour.
What are the different meanings of blackening?
"blackening" has 3 main meanings: 1. The act or process of turning (becoming) black in colour; 2. The result or an instance of such an act or process; a black stain or mark; 3. Any of various (dark-colored) surface treatments for metal substrates, to inhibit corrosion.