megkeményít

Megkeményít is a Hungarian term that translates to "to harden" or "to make hard" in English. It is a verb that describes the process of increasing the rigidity or firmness of a substance. This can occur through various physical or chemical means.

In a culinary context, megkeményít can refer to the process of dough becoming tough or difficult to chew if over-kneaded or improperly handled. Conversely, it can describe how certain foods, like vegetables, become firmer when cooked or processed.

In a more general sense, megkeményít can apply to materials science, where substances are intentionally treated to increase their hardness and durability. This might involve heat treatment, chemical reactions, or physical compression. The specific method and resulting hardness will depend on the material in question. The term emphasizes the change from a softer or more pliable state to a harder one.