toughen

/ˈtʌfən/
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Other forms: toughened; toughening; toughens

Definitions of toughen
  1. verb
    make tough or tougher
    “This experience will toughen her”
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    types:
    harden, season
    make fit
    type of:
    strengthen
    gain strength
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