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case-harden vb (tr) 1. (Engineering / Metallurgy) Metallurgy to form a hard surface layer of high carbon content on (a steel component) by heating in a carburizing environment with subsequent quenching or heat treatment 2. to harden the spirit or disposition of; make callous experience had case-hardened the judge How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| This exposes the dry exterior to prolonged heating causing the surface to case-harden and crack. |
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