whitener
noun
whit·en·er
ˈ(h)wīt-nər,
ˈ(h)wī-tᵊn-ər
: one that whitens
specifically
: an agent (such as a bleach) used to impart whiteness to something
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The metals could have been added as a way to add pigment, whitener or an antibacterial agent.
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Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 15 July 2024
This whitener will provide a professional-level teeth whitening treatment at home.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 29 Oct. 2024
Nail whitener Jordan says that nail whitener — a product typically used to reduce staining on nails — is controversial among nail experts and manicure enthusiasts.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 31 Jan. 2024
Amazon Prime Day isn’t just a treasure trove of deals on teeth whiteners, household essentials and beauty devices.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 15 July 2024
This whitener will provide a professional-level teeth whitening treatment at home.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 29 Oct. 2024
Nail whitener Jordan says that nail whitener — a product typically used to reduce staining on nails — is controversial among nail experts and manicure enthusiasts.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 31 Jan. 2024
Amazon Prime Day isn’t just a treasure trove of deals on teeth whiteners, household essentials and beauty devices.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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“Whitener.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whitener. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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