Meaning of the word thickening in English
What does thickening mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
thickening
US /ˈθɪk.ən.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈθɪk.ən.ɪŋ/
Noun
the process of becoming thicker or of making something become thicker:
Example:
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This thickening of the airways causes them to narrow and makes it difficult to move air into and out of the lungs.
Adjective
used for making something thicker:
Example:
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Corn starch is used as a thickening agent.