vitrify
UK: ˈvɪtrɪfaɪ | US: ˈvɪtrəˌfaɪ
vt. to convert into glass or a glass-like substance by heat and fusion
vi. to become vitrified
vitrify = vitr<glass> + ify<to make>
- vitr (from Latin vitrum, meaning "glass")
- ify (a verb-forming suffix from Latin -ificare, meaning "to make" or "to cause to become")
Etymology Origin:
The word vitrify originates from the Latin vitrum (glass) combined with the suffix -ify, which denotes transformation. The term reflects the process of making something glass-like through heat, preserving the core idea of glass (vitr) and the action of creation (ify). This logical construction aligns with scientific terminology, where Latin roots often describe material properties and processes.
The intense heat caused the sand to vitrify into a smooth, glossy surface.
Certain ceramics can vitrify when fired at extremely high temperatures.
Ancient volcanic activity can vitrify rocks, creating natural glass like obsidian.
The artist used a kiln to vitrify the enamel coating on the metal sculpture.
Without proper cooling, the mixture may vitrify unevenly, resulting in cracks.