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CAUTERIZING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Cauterizing.

Cauterizing - as a verb

Burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent

Example: "The surgeon cauterized the wart"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burn6cauterise11

Make insensitive or callous; deaden feelings or morals

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
callous9cauterise11

Example Sentences

"The cauterizing procedure was performed to seal the wound."
"The cauterizing tool was hot and ready to use."
"The doctor used a cauterizing technique to remove the troublesome tissue."
"The cauterizing process effectively stopped the bleeding."
"The patient felt a burning sensation during the cauterizing treatment."
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Word Game Points

Is CAUTERIZING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cauterizing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CAUTERIZING has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.

Is CAUTERIZING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cauterizing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CAUTERIZING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.

Is CAUTERIZING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cauterizing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CAUTERIZING has a WORDFEUD points total of 26.

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