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- DictionaryStrength·en/ˈstreNG(k)TH(ə)n/
verb
- 1. make or become stronger: "he advises an application of fluoride to strengthen the teeth"
strengthen. verb [ I, T ] uk / ˈstreŋθ ə n / us. Add to word list Add to word list. B2. to become stronger or make something become stronger: exercises to strengthen the leg muscles. (Definition of strengthen from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)
Britannica Dictionary definition of STRENGTHEN. 1. [+ object] : to make (someone or something) stronger, more forceful, more effective, etc. These exercises will strengthen your stomach muscles. He takes herbs to strengthen his immune system.
a verb: to strengthen through hardship. adjusting your home to strengthen it against storms. bolster/strengthen. essential to strengthen. focuses on strengthen (ing) "fulfill/enrich/strengthen ?" Harden, toughen, strengthen, tighten, stiffen. intensify and strengthen.
Strengthen - definition of strengthen by The Free Dictionary. strengthen. Also found in: Thesaurus, Medical, Idioms, Encyclopedia . strength·en. (strĕngk′thən, strĕng′-, strĕn′-) v. strength·ened, strength·en·ing, strength·ens. v.tr. To make strong or increase the strength of. v.intr. To become strong or stronger. strength′en·er n.
The meaning of STRENGTHEN is to make stronger. How to use strengthen in a sentence.
What does the verb strengthen mean? There are 13 meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb strengthen. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. strengthen has developed meanings and uses in subjects including. fortification (Middle English) physiology (mid 1500s) finance (mid 1500s) military (mid 1500s)
to make something stronger or more effective, or to become stronger or more effective: They have been strengthening their border defences in preparation for war. His battle against cancer has strengthened his belief in God. The accident strengthens the case for better safety measures at fairgrounds.
