Definition of temper

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Temper (v. t.) To adjust, as the mathematical scale to the actual scale, or to that in actual use..

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Phosphorus :: Phosphorus (n.) A poisonous nonmetallic element of the nitrogen group, obtained as a white, or yellowish, translucent waxy substance, having a characteristic disagreeable smell. It is very active chemically, must be preserved under water, and unites with oxygen even at ordinary temperatures, giving a faint glow, -- whence its name. It always occurs compined, usually in phosphates, as in the mineral apatite, in bones, etc. It is used in the composition on the tips of friction matches, and for man
Temperament :: Temperament (v. t.) Due mixture of qualities; a condition brought about by mutual compromises or concessions.
Clement :: Clement (a.) Mild in temper and disposition; merciful; compassionate.
Tempered :: Tempered (imp. & p. p.) of Tempe.
Amiable :: Amiable (a.) Friendly; kindly; sweet; gracious; as, an amiable temper or mood; amiable ideas..
Inflammable :: Inflammable (a.) Excitable; irritable; irascible; easily provoked; as, an inflammable temper..
Command :: Command (n.) Control; power over something; sway; influence; as, to have command over one's temper or voice; the fort has command of the bridge..
Thermograph :: Thermograph (n.) An instrument for automatically recording indications of the variation of temperature.
Pear :: Pear (n.) The fleshy pome, or fruit, of a rosaceous tree (Pyrus communis), cultivated in many varieties in temperate climates; also, the tree which bears this fruit. See Pear family, below..
Intemperate :: Intemperate (v. t.) To disorder.
Passionate :: Passionate (a.) Capable or susceptible of passion, or of different passions; easily moved, excited or agitated; specifically, easily moved to anger; irascible; quick-tempered; as, a passionate nature..
Self-command :: Self-command (n.) Control over one's own feelings, temper, etc.; self-control..
Temperate :: Temperate (v. t.) Not marked with passion; not violent; cool; calm; as, temperate language..
Temper :: Temper (n.) Calmness of mind; moderation; equanimity; composure; as, to keep one's temper..
Geothermometer :: Geothermometer (n.) A thermometer specially constructed for measuring temperetures at a depth below the surface of the ground.
Impetuosity :: Impetuosity (n.) Vehemence, or furiousnes of temper..
Contemperation :: Contemperation (n.) The act of tempering or moderating.
Animoseness :: Animoseness (n.) Vehemence of temper.
Gargil :: Gargil (n.) A distemper in geese, affecting the head..
Temper :: Temper (n.) Milk of lime, or other substance, employed in the process formerly used to clarify sugar..
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