Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

blanche

verb
/blæntʃ/
Definition
To make white or pale, or to become pale.
Examples
  • She had to blanche the vegetables before adding them to the stir-fry.
  • He blanched at the sight of the oncoming storm.
Meaning
The term refers to the action of turning something white, often used in cooking or to describe a person’s appearance when they become pale from fear or shock.
Synonyms
  • whiten
  • fade
  • lighten
  • bleach