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
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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 notesIn plain EnglishThe act or process of making something hard, tough, or resistant.
Common pairings
hardening process
work hardening
security hardening
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Word forms
- Plural
- hardenings
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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.
