blackwash (n.)

  1. an attack intended to ruin someones reputation

    [ Syn: character assassination , assassination ]

  2. a mixture of calomel and limewater that is used on syphilitic sores

    [ Syn: black lotion ]

  3. a wash that colors a surface black

    blackwash (v.)

  1. bring (information) out of concealment

  2. color with blackwash

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