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toughener

 

[ หˆtสŒfษ™nษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น endurecedor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เค เฅ‹เคฐ เค•เคฐเคจเฅ‡ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Verstรคrker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penguat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพัะธะปัŽะฒะฐั‡

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ utwardzacz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅผทๅŒ–ๅ‰ค

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท durcisseur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ endurecedor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sertleลŸtirici

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ•ํ™”์ œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูู‚ูŽูˆู‘ู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zpevลˆovaฤ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zpevลˆovaฤ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅขž็กฌๅ‰‚

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ utrjevalec

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ harรฐari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั‚ะฐะนั‚า›ั‹ัˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒแƒ’แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sฤฑxlaลŸdฤฑrฤฑcฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ endurecedor

Word origin

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.