What does tempering mean?
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."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.