overcure
verb
over·cure
ˌō-vər-ˈkyu̇r 
-ˈkyər
overcured; overcures
: to cure (something) with chemicals, heat, etc., beyond an optimal point
Don't overcure the meat.
The manufacturer's instructions must be followed to avoid overcuring the sealant material.—
Mosby's Review Questions for the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination
Mosby's Review Questions for the National Board Dental Hygiene ExaminationFollow the recipe exactly; if the measurements or timing are off, the fish might overcure, rendering it too salty and tough …—Noelle Carter
Noelle CarterExcessive heat, due to belt slippage, tends to cause the belts to overcure. This causes the rubber to harden and crack.—Jack Erjavec and Rob Thompson
Jack Erjavec and Rob Thompson
overcure
ˈō-vər-ˌkyu̇r
noun
-ˌkyər
High temperature areas in the mould can cause overcure … of the rubber …
—Bryan G. Crowther
Bryan G. Crowther
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“Overcure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overcure. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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