Definition

A person or thing that makes something white or lighter in color, often by removing color or impurities.

Example

The blancher is used in the kitchen to prepare vegetables by briefly boiling them and then cooling them quickly.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a blancher?

No, I haven't. What is it?

It's someone who whitens or cleanses things, like money.

That sounds interesting! I wonder how that works.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Blancher is derived from the Old French word 'blanchir' (meaning to whiten) and the suffix '-er' (meaning one who). Thus, a blancher is one who whitens or bleaches something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'whitens' ('blanchir') something — that's what a blancher does.

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