English to English Dictionary

Blanching

The culinary process of briefly immersing food, usually vegetables or fruit, in boiling water and then submerging it in ice water to stop the cooking process.

Blankness

The state or condition of being empty, devoid of writing, marks, or features.

Blather

To talk long-winded, foolishly, or without making much sense.

Blaze of glory

A spectacular, brilliant, and impressive finish or display, especially one occurring at the end of a career, enterprise, or life.

Bleach

A chemical compound or solution used to whiten textiles, clean surfaces, or remove stains by oxidation.

Bleeding-edge

Extremely advanced; incorporating the very latest developments, technologies, or ideas, often at a high risk of failure or unreliability.

Blemish

A small mark or flaw which spoils the appearance of something.

Blemished

Marred with a flaw, blemish, or imperfection that spoils its appearance or quality.

Blimey

Used to express sudden surprise, astonishment, or excitement.

Blind

Unable to see because of injury, disease, or a congenital condition.

Blindside

To attack or strike someone from the side where they cannot see, or to surprise someone unexpectedly and typically with harmful results.

Blink

To shut and open the eyes rapidly.