hardening (Meaning)

Wordnet

hardening (n)

abnormal hardening or thickening of tissue

the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization

the act of making something harder (firmer or tighter or more compact)

Webster

hardening (p. pr. & vb. n.)

of Harden

Webster

hardening (n.)

Making hard or harder.

That which hardens, as a material used for converting the surface of iron into steel.

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abnormal hardening or thickening of tissue, the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization, the act of making something harder (f

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softening, liquefying, liquefying,softening, smelting, fusing, liquifying, thawing, thawing, smelting

The steel was subjected to a hardening process to increase its strength and durability.

The hardening of the clay made it suitable for pottery and ceramics.

The athlete underwent intense training to harden his muscles and improve performance.

The hardened wax created a protective barrier against moisture and scratches.