Definition of Stiffen
Stiffen
stiff·en
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(verb)
to increase in rigidity; to become more stiff or tough;
e.g. Her body stiffens at the utterance of his name, she is still so mad at him.
(verb)
to make something more stiff;
e.g. You can stiffen the substance by adding more powder to it.
(verb)
to support or strengthen something by adding a layer or coat of something that is adhesive;
e.g. The coat of wax stiffens the back of the cloth and prevents the threads from becoming loose.
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