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to harden

verbformaluncommon/ɐɡɨˈʁiɾ/a·guer·rir

Definition

1

To make (oneself) experienced and resistant through war or difficult situations; to harden, to train for combat.

Usage examples

The goal of the exercises was to harden the recruits for real conditions.
He hardened himself in the many battles he faced.

Common combinations

to harden the troopsto become hardened by experienceto harden for battle