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Firmer

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

comparative form of firm: more firm.

Definitions by Sense

  1. comparative form of firm: more firm
  2. A physical exercise or cosmetic product intended to firm part of the body.
  3. A thin chisel with a tang to enter the handle instead of a socket for receiving it.

Example Sentences

to put on a firmer footing
"The DfT appears to have put things on a firmer footing, but the path is littered with cautionary tales of transport projects that later went off the rails.
face firmers

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What does firmer mean?

Firmer means comparative form of firm: more firm.

What is a synonym for firmer?

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What is the opposite of firmer?

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How do you use firmer in a sentence?

to put on a firmer footing

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