1. the process of becoming white or pale
2. the culinary technique of briefly boiling food then cooling it quickly
Usage: culinary

1. becoming white or pale, especially from shock, fear, or illness
2. briefly boiling vegetables or other food in water, then plunging into cold water
Usage: culinary

Examples

• She was blanching at the sight of blood.
• His face was blanching with fear as he heard the news.
• The chef is blanching the broccoli before adding it to the stir-fry.
• Blanching almonds makes it easier to remove their skins.
• The blanching of her complexion was noticeable under the harsh lights.
• Proper blanching helps vegetables retain their bright color and crisp texture.
• The sudden blanching of his knuckles showed how tightly he was gripping the wheel.