Meaning of the word anneal in English
What does anneal mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
anneal
US /əˈniːl/
UK /əˈniːl/
Verb
1.
heat (metal or glass) and allow it to cool slowly, in order to remove internal stresses and toughen it
Example:
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The steel must be annealed to prevent it from becoming brittle.
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Glass is annealed to relieve internal stresses.
2.
strengthen or harden (something)
Example:
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The experience helped to anneal her resolve.
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His character was annealed by hardship.