1. becomes pink or takes on a pink color
Usage: third person singular present tense of 'pinken'
2. makes something pink or causes something to become pink
Usage: third person singular present tense of 'pinken'; transitive use

Examples

• The sky pinkens as the sun sets over the horizon.
• Her cheeks pinken when she is embarrassed.
• The fabric pinkens slightly after washing with the red dye.
• The sunset pinkens the clouds with beautiful hues.
• His face pinkens from the cold wind.
• The artist pinkens the painting by adding lighter shades.