Definitions

1. verb

to heat and cool metal to relieve internal stresses and make it more ductile or easier to work with

“The engineer had to anneal the metal alloy to make it pliable for the new design.”

2. verb

to heat and cool glass to relieve stresses and make it more stable

“The glassmaker had to anneal the pane to prevent it from shattering prematurely.”

3. noun

the process of heating and cooling metal or glass to relieve stresses

“The annealing process took several hours to complete, but it made the metal much more durable.”

4. noun

the state of being heated and cooled to relieve stresses

“The metal was in an annealed state, making it perfect for the delicate craftsmanship.”