What does blacking mean?
Blacking means A preparation, containing lampblack, used to produce a shiny black coating..
Blacking
/ˈblækɪŋ/ · noun
Meaning
A preparation, containing lampblack, used to produce a shiny black coating..
Definitions by Sense
- A preparation, containing lampblack, used to produce a shiny black coating.
- Shoe polish.
- A boycott, usually as part of an industrial dispute.
- present participle and gerund of black
Example Sentences
Instead, the unions persisted in believing they could defeat Murdoch through a unified campaign of picket lines, blackings and boycotts.
Synonyms for blacking
Antonyms for blacking
Related Words
Word Forms
- blackings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for blacking?
Common synonyms include shoe polish.
What is the opposite of blacking?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use blacking in a sentence?
Instead, the unions persisted in believing they could defeat Murdoch through a unified campaign of picket lines, blackings and boycotts.
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