Flintifying

/ˈflɪntɪfaɪɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The process of converting into flint or becoming flint-like; making something harder or more unyielding.

Etymology

Present participle of 'flintify' using the '-ing' suffix (from Old English '-ung'). The '-ing' form serves as both continuous verb form and gerund.

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