Dictionary Check: hardness
"hardness" is a valid word!
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Definition
noun
the property of being rigid and resistant to pressure; not easily scratched; measured on Mohs scale
noun
a quality of water that contains dissolved mineral salts that prevent soap from lathering
Example:
"the costs of reducing hardness depend on the relative amounts of calcium and magnesium compounds that are present"
noun
devoid of passion or feeling; hardheartedness
noun
the quality of being difficult to do
Example:
"he assigned a series of problems of increasing hardness"
noun
excessive sternness
Example:
"severity of character"
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