thickening

noun

thick·​en·​ing ˈthi-kə-niŋ 

ˈthik-

1

: a thickened part or place

2

: the act of making or becoming thick

3

: something used to thicken

Examples of thickening in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Chronic inflammation will eventually lead to scarring of the tiny air sacs, as well as the thickening and narrowing of the airways. —Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2025

They can be used for thickening, emulsification, leavening, or to provide structure or liquid to a recipe. —Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2025

And the septal thickening becomes more exaggerated as time goes on. —Lisa Sanders, M.d., New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025

Consistent use revealed early signs of new hair growth along the hairline — a promising indicator of its effectiveness — though noticeable thickening and regrowth can take up to six months. —Jennifer Ford, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for thickening

• quickening
• sickening

Kids Definition

thickening

noun

thick·​en·​ing

1

: the act of making or becoming thick

underwent a gradual thickening

2

: a thickened part or place

3

: something used to thicken