Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: flatten
IPA transcription: [fl'ætən]
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: flatten
    Meaning: make flat or flatter; "flatten a road"; "flatten your stomach with these exercises"
  • Synonyms: flatten, flatten_out
    Meaning: become flat or flatter; "The landscape flattened"
Usage examples
  • Powder-horn, to make.--Saw off the required length from an ox's horn, flatten it somewhat by heat (see "Horn"), fit a wooden bottom into it, caulk it well, and sew raw hide round the edge to keep all tight.