CAUSTICIZE


Meaning of CAUSTICIZE in English

ˈkȯstəˌsīz transitive verb

( -ed/-ing/-s )

Etymology: caustic + -ize

1. : to make caustic ; especially : to convert (alkaline carbonate) into a hydroxide by the use of lime

2. : to treat (textiles) with caustic alkali — compare mercerize

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