Thicken

/ˈθɪkən/ · verb

Meaning

(transitive) To make thicker (in the sense of wider)..

Definitions by Sense

1. (transitive) To make thicker (in the sense of wider).
2. (transitive) To make thicker (in the sense of more viscous).
3. (intransitive) To become thicker (in the sense of wider).
4. (intransitive) To become thicker (in the sense of more viscous).
5. (transitive) To strengthen; to confirm.
6. (transitive) To make more frequent.
7. (academic) To make more detailed or comprehensive.

Example Sentences

to thicken a sauce

As we age, the major arteries of our bodies frequently become thickened with plaque, a fatty material with an oatmeal-like consistency that builds up along the inner lining of blood vessels. The reason plaque forms isn’t entirely known, but it seems to be related to high levels of cholesterol inducing an inflammatory response, which can also attract and trap more cellular debris over time.

And this may helpe to thicken other proofes,/ That do demonstrate thinly.

to thicken blows

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Word Forms

• thickens
• thickening
• thickened

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