Meaning of the word hydrogenated in English

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hydrogenated

US /haɪˈdrɑː.dʒə.neɪ.t̬ɪd/
UK /haɪˈdrɒd.ɪ.neɪ.tɪd/
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Adjective

having undergone hydrogenation, especially of a liquid vegetable oil converted into a solid fat by this process

Example:
Many processed foods contain hydrogenated oils.
Partially hydrogenated fats are often found in baked goods.