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to thicken
01
to increase the dimension of something
Transitive: to thicken sth
Examples
The designer decided to thicken the walls of the building to enhance its structural integrity.
The seamstress decided to thicken the hem of the dress to give it more weight and structure.
02
to become more viscous or dense
Intransitive
Examples
As the gravy cooked, it began to thicken, reaching the desired consistency.
The pudding mixture thickened as it cooled, forming a smooth and creamy texture.
03
to make a substance more dense
Transitive: to thicken a substance
Examples
She adds flour to the sauce to thicken it.
The chef is currently thickening the soup with cream.
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