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Vocabulary Entry
annealing
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The process of heating and then slowly cooling a material, usually metal or glass, to make it softer and improve its ductility.
Example Sentences
"The annealing of the steel improved its workability for the construction project."
"Annealing glass can prevent it from shattering under stress."
"In metallurgy, the annealing process is crucial for achieving desired material properties."
V
verb
To heat a material and then cool it slowly to remove internal stresses and toughen it.
Example Sentences
"The technician will anneal the metal parts to ensure they are less brittle."
"After completing the casting, we can anneal the object to enhance its strength."
"He decided to anneal the glassware to improve its durability."