Bleach (verb)

1. To remove color or stains from something using a chemical or natural agent.
2. To make something white or lighter in color.

Origin:

The word bleach comes from the old english word "blæcan" which means to make white or to whiten. it refers to the process of removing color or stains from something using a chemical or natural agent.

Examples:

1. She bleached her hair to make it blonde.
2. He bleached the shirt to remove the stain.
3. The fabric was bleached to give it a lighter color.
4. Bleach is used to sanitize surfaces and remove stains.
5. The sun bleached the color out of the curtains.