Meaning of the word indurated in English
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indurated
US /ˈɪn.dʊˌreɪ.t̬ɪd/
UK /ˈɪn.dʒʊə.reɪ.tɪd/
Adjective
1.
hardened; made hard or tough
Example:
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The prolonged pressure caused the skin to become indurated.
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The old wood was so indurated that it was difficult to cut.
2.
made unfeeling or hardened in attitude or character
Example:
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Years of hardship had left him indurated to suffering.
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His heart had become indurated by repeated betrayals.