to harden
verbformal/ɐɡɨˈʁiɾ/low
a·guer·rir
Definition
To make (oneself) experienced and resistant through war or difficult situations; to harden, to train for combat.
The goal of the exercises was to harden the recruits for real conditions.
He hardened himself in the many battles he faced.
Common collocations
to harden the troopsto become hardened by experienceto harden for battle
Etymology
Do francês 'aguerrir'.