temper Meaning and Definition

1. n. a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger

2. n. the elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking

3. n. a sudden outburst of anger

4. n. a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling

5. v. restrain or temper

6. v. make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else; moderate

7. v. adjust the pitch (of pianos)

8. v. harden by reheating and cooling in oil

9. v. toughen (steel or glass) by a process of gradually heating and cooling