Definition of Blacken
Blacken
black·en
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(verb)
to become dark or black or to make something thus dark or black, typically by a process of burning, bruising, or decay;
e.g. We watched the sky blacken as the violent storm approached.
(verb)
to damage, tarnish, or destroy someone's image or reputation;
e.g. The rumors would blacken his reputation and cause society to shun him.
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