Definition and Synonyms for Cauterize

Definition of Cauterize

1. Burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent Verb
2. Make insensitive or callous; deaden feelings or morals Verb

cauterant
Noun
derivation
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1. an instrument or substance used to destroy tissue for medical reasons (eg removal of a wart) by burning it with a hot iron or an electric current or a caustic or by freezing it
cauterization
Noun
derivation
1
1. the act of coagulating blood and destroying tissue with a hot iron or caustic agent or by freezing
cautery
Noun
derivation
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1. the act of coagulating blood and destroying tissue with a hot iron or caustic agent or by freezing
2. an instrument or substance used to destroy tissue for medical reasons (eg removal of a wart) by burning it with a hot iron or an electric current or a caustic or by freezing it

Words Rhyme with cauterize

Etymology for cauterize