hardener

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English

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Etymology

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From harden +‎ -er.

Pronunciation

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  • (US) IPA(key): /ˈhɑɹdn̩ɚ/, /ˈhɑɹdənɚ/
  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈhɑːdn̩ə/, /ˈhɑːdənə/

Noun

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hardener (plural hardeners)

  1. One who, or that which, hardens.
    the hardener of hearts
  2. A chemical substance added to something in order to harden it; used especially with paints, varnishes and resins.

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