How to Pronounce "blacking"
word
ˈbɫæk
BLACK-ing
blˈækɪŋ
BLACK-ing
Definition
Blacking is a substance (like polish or paste) used to make shoes or boots black and shiny. It can also refer to the process or effect of making something black, especially by applying a black material.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɫæk
British English
blˈækɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLACK-ing
UK
BLACK-ing
Listen in Context
He put some blacking on his boots to make them shine.
The old shop sold bottles of blacking.
She used blacking to cover the scuff marks on her shoes.
Back in the day, kids sometimes worked long hours in blacking factories.