strengthening
/ˈstɹɛŋ(k)θənɪŋ/
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Also seen as: strengthenings
Meaning · English
An act or process by which something is strengthened.
Noun
Examples
(archaic)
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “strengthening” mean?
An act or process by which something is strengthened.
Is “strengthening” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.