temper#1 (n)
toughness#3 (n)

n05021535

type n
lex_filenum 07
def the elasticity and hardness of a metal object
def its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking
Outgoing links
Hypernym elasticity, snap
Derivationally related form temper → temper
Derivationally related form temper → temper
Incoming links
Hyponym elasticity, snap
Derivationally related form temper → temper
Derivationally related form temper → temper

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