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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tempering

/ˈtɛmpərɪŋ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does tempering mean?

noun, verb

The act of cooling or heating metal to a specific temperature to make it less brittle or more suitable for a particular use. The process of adjusting or moderating something, such as one's temper or a situation.

Example

"The chef used tempering to cool the chocolate before dipping the strawberries."

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