What does browning mean?
Browning means The act or operation of giving a brown colour, as to gun barrels, cooked food, etc..
Browning
/ˈbɹaʊ.nɪŋ/ · noun
Meaning
The act or operation of giving a brown colour, as to gun barrels, cooked food, etc..
Definitions by Sense
- The act or operation of giving a brown colour, as to gun barrels, cooked food, etc.
- Any of various preparations used to impart a brown colour to gravy, leather, etc.
- (masonry) A smooth coat of brown mortar, usually the second coat, and the preparation for the finishing coat of plaster.
- (Jamaica, countable) A brown-skinned person.
- present participle and gerund of brown
Example Sentences
One or two white gyal / Three or four lighties / Five or six darkies / Seven or eight brownings
Synonyms for browning
Antonyms for browning
Related Words
Word Forms
- brownings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for browning?
Common synonyms include toasting.
What is the opposite of browning?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use browning in a sentence?
One or two white gyal / Three or four lighties / Five or six darkies / Seven or eight brownings
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