keményítje
Keményítje is a Hungarian verb meaning "to starch" or "to stiffen". It is most commonly used in the context of laundry, referring to the process of applying starch to fabrics to make them firmer and less prone to wrinkling. Starch is typically a liquid or powder that is diluted with water and then applied to the fabric before ironing. This process was particularly popular in the past for stiffening collars, cuffs, and other parts of clothing to achieve a crisp and formal appearance.
The verb can also be used metaphorically to describe something that becomes more rigid or firm, either