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1. temper
noun. ['ˈtɛmpɝ'] a sudden outburst of anger.
Etymology
- temper (English)
- temperen (Middle English (1100-1500))
2. temper
noun. ['ˈtɛmpɝ'] a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling.
Etymology
- temper (English)
- temperen (Middle English (1100-1500))
3. temper
noun. ['ˈtɛmpɝ'] a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger.
Etymology
- temper (English)
- temperen (Middle English (1100-1500))
4. temper
verb. ['ˈtɛmpɝ'] restrain.
Etymology
- temper (English)
- temperen (Middle English (1100-1500))
5. temper
verb. ['ˈtɛmpɝ'] make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else; moderate.
Antonyms
Etymology
- temper (English)
- temperen (Middle English (1100-1500))
6. temper
verb. ['ˈtɛmpɝ'] adjust the pitch (of pianos).
Antonyms
Etymology
- temper (English)
- temperen (Middle English (1100-1500))
7. temper
verb. ['ˈtɛmpɝ'] bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling.
Antonyms
Etymology
- temper (English)
- temperen (Middle English (1100-1500))
8. temper
noun. ['ˈtɛmpɝ'] the elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking.
Antonyms
Etymology
- temper (English)
- temperen (Middle English (1100-1500))