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tempered

tem·pered [ témpərd ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. with particular temper: having a temper or temperament of a particular type ( usually used in combination )
even-tempered

2. well proportioned: having components combined in a balanced and suitable proportion

3. metallurgy hardened: hardened through a tempering process
tempered steel
tempered glass

4. music tuned to temperament: describes a keyboard instrument tuned to a particular temperament, especially equal temperament

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