CEFR B1

flattening

verb

Meaning

To make something flat or flatter; to press or become level.

Examples

The heavy roller was used to flatten the asphalt on the new road.
She tried to flatten the crumpled paper, but the creases remained visible.

Synonyms: level, smooth, press, compress, iron

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flattening (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈflætn/

Definition

To make something flat or flatter; to press or become level.

Examples

The heavy roller was used to flatten the asphalt on the new road.
She tried to flatten the crumpled paper, but the creases remained visible.
The strong winds threatened to flatten the cornfield before harvest.

How to Use flattening

flatten out (phrasal verb): to become flat or level after being uneven or curved. — "The mountain path began to flatten out as we approached the summit."
flatten something down (phrasal verb): to press something to make it flat. — "She flattened the cardboard box down before putting it in the recycling."

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