Meaning of the word thickening in English

What does thickening mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

thickening

US /ˈθɪk.ən.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈθɪk.ən.ɪŋ/

Noun

the process of becoming thicker or making something thicker

Example:
The sauce needs a little more thickening to reach the desired consistency.
The thickening of the fog made driving difficult.

Adjective

becoming thicker or denser

Example:
The air was thickening with smoke from the bonfire.
Her voice had a slight thickening, indicating she was about to cry.