Blacken, in the kitchen Crossword Clue

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This time we bring you information about the crossword clue Blacken, in the kitchen that was published at Wall Street Journal crossword puzzle page.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's clue is "Blacken in the kitchen" and the answer is "SEAR". Let's break down why this clue has this answer:

1. Blacken: The clue indicates that the word we're looking for has a meaning related to the act of blackening something.
2. In the kitchen: This phrase suggests that the word we're seeking is commonly used in cooking or food preparation.

Putting these two pieces together, we can conclude that the answer "SEAR" matches the clue perfectly. When you sear something in the kitchen, you subject it to high heat for a short period of time, browning or blackening the surface and creating a flavorful crust.

Here's how the clue and answer connect:

1. Blacken in the kitchen: SEAR (to brown or blacken the surface of food)

By sticking to the given clue, "Blacken in the kitchen," and considering the context of cooking, we arrive at the answer "SEAR." This clue-answer combination accurately represents the action of blackening or browning food in the kitchen.

Definition of "SEAR"

burn or scorch the surface of (something) with a sudden, intense heat

Example :

the water got so hot that it seared our lips

a sharp pang of disappointment seared her

the unfortunate childhood encounter is seared on his memory

 The Crossword clue "Blacken, in the kitchen" published 2 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Wall Street Journal	19 May 2020	SEAR
Universal	14 June 2019	SEAR