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Harden

Meaning

Verb

To become
(tough,
to pressure).
To make something
or
(tough,
to pressure).
To strengthen.
In Computing:
To
(a
or other system) to
to
attacks.
To become or make (a person or
)
or less sensitive.
To get an erection.
In Phonology:
To become or make (a
) more
; to (cause to)
fortition.
To
or velarize.

Noun

Alternative form of
(“coarse linen”)

Name

A surname.
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Origin

harden
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Middle English (1100-1500)
-enen
Middle English (1100-1500)
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heard
Old English (ca. 450-1100)
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