Toughener: meaning, definitions and examples
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toughener
[ หtสfษnษr ]
material usage
A toughener is a substance or additive that increases the strength and durability of a material, typically used in various industries such as construction, manufacturing, and materials science. It enhances the mechanical properties of a substrate, making it less susceptible to damage from impacts or environmental factors. Tougheners are commonly employed in polymers and composites to improve their performance in demanding applications. The effectiveness of a toughener depends on its chemical composition and interaction with the primary material.
Synonyms
binder, reinforcer, stabilizer.
Examples of usage
- The toughener improved the polymer's impact resistance.
- Adding a toughener can extend the lifespan of the material.
- They used a toughener to enhance the structural integrity of the composite.
- The new toughener formulation showed excellent results in stress tests.
Translations
Translations of the word "toughener" in other languages:
๐ต๐น endurecedor
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเค เฅเคฐ เคเคฐเคจเฅ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Verstรคrker
๐ฎ๐ฉ penguat
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะพัะธะปัะฒะฐั
๐ต๐ฑ utwardzacz
๐ฏ๐ต ๅผทๅๅค
๐ซ๐ท durcisseur
๐ช๐ธ endurecedor
๐น๐ท sertleลtirici
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ฐํ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูููููู
๐จ๐ฟ zpevลovaฤ
๐ธ๐ฐ zpevลovaฤ
๐จ๐ณ ๅข็กฌๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ utrjevalec
๐ฎ๐ธ harรฐari
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะฐัะฐะนัาัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแ แแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sฤฑxlaลdฤฑrฤฑcฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ endurecedor
Etymology
The term 'toughener' derives from the root word 'tough,' which originates from the Old English 'tลซh,' meaning 'tough, strong, or durable,' and has been used in the English language since the late 15th century. The suffix '-ener' is added to indicate a person or thing that makes or causes something to become more of the characteristic described by the root word. The concept of toughening materials began to take shape in the late 19th and early 20th centuries with the rise of industrial processes and the need for stronger, more resilient materials in construction and manufacturing. The development of polymers and composite materials in the mid-20th century further advanced the use of tougheners, becoming essential for industries that required materials to withstand extreme conditions. Over time, the understanding of how various additives interact with base materials has evolved, leading to innovative formulations that enhance performance.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,175, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.
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