noun

hardening

Hardening (noun) means the process of becoming, or making something, harder or tougher. Example: “The hardening of the resin takes about 24 hours.”

noun

The process of becoming, or making something, harder or tougher.

"The hardening of the resin takes about 24 hours."

"Security experts recommended hardening of the network against attacks."

How to use hardening

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe act or process of making something hard, tough, or resistant.

Common pairings

hardening process work hardening security hardening

Word forms

hardenings plural

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The _____ of the resin takes about 24 hours.

Synonyms

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set curing solidifying solidification

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Rhymes for hardening

evening opening widening awakening happening weakening deafening maddening listening gardening sickening fattening

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hardening” mean?

The word “hardening” means the process of becoming, or making something, harder or tougher. In plain terms, the act or process of making something hard, tough, or resistant.

How do you use “hardening” in a sentence?

Here is “hardening” used in a sentence: “The hardening of the resin takes about 24 hours.”

What part of speech is “hardening”?

“Hardening” is a noun.

What is the meaning of hardening?

"hardening" (noun) means the process of becoming, or making something, harder or tougher.

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