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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hardening

/hɑːdənɪŋ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does hardening mean?

noun, verb

The process of making something harder or more resistant to wear or corrosion. The process of becoming harder or more resistant to wear or corrosion.

Example

"The metal underwent a process of hardening to make it more durable."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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