alkalinecuring
nounUK /ˈæl.kə.laɪn ˈkjʊə.rɪŋ/
US /ˈæl.kə.laɪn ˈkjʊr.ɪŋ/
A way of making something hard and strong by keeping it wet in a basic, soapy-feeling liquid.
The factory uses alkaline curing to turn the soft mixture into tough blocks.
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2. A process in making rubber or plastics where a basic chemical helps the material set.
Alkaline curing gave the rubber sheet its springy finish.
3. Treating a surface with an alkaline solution so a coating sticks better.
The painter prepared the wall with alkaline curing before adding the new paint.
4. A step in food processing where a basic substance changes texture or color.
Alkaline curing is used to make some traditional noodles chewy.