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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

stiffener

/ˈstɪfənər/ noun · British & US
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What does stiffener mean?

noun

A device or material used to stiffen or strengthen something, such as a piece of fabric or a structure. A stiffening agent or substance.

Example

"The sail needed a stiffener to prevent it from sagging in the wind."

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

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