whitening
|whit-en-ing|
B2
/ˈwaɪtənɪŋ/
(whiten)
make white
Etymology
Etymology Information
'whiten' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'hwītan,' where 'hwīt' meant 'white.'
Historical Evolution
'hwītan' transformed into the Middle English word 'whiten,' and eventually became the modern English word 'whiten.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make white,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of making something white or whiter.
The whitening of the walls made the room look brighter.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'whiten'.
She is whitening her teeth with a special toothpaste.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45