ker·a·tin·ize (k r  -t-n z )v. ker·a·tin·ized, ker·a·tin·iz·ing, ker·a·tin·iz·es v.intr. To produce keratin or become like keratin. v.tr. To convert (something) into keratin. ker a·tin·i·zation (-t-n -z shn) n. |
keratinize, keratinise [kɪˈrætɪˌnaɪz ˈkɛrətɪ-]
vb
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Zoology) to become or cause to become impregnated with keratin
keratinization , keratinisation n
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| Verb | 1. | keratinize - convert into keratin convert - change the nature, purpose, or function of something; "convert lead into gold"; "convert hotels into jails"; "convert slaves to laborers" keratinise, keratinize - become horny and impregnated with keratin |
| 2. | keratinize - become horny and impregnated with keratin change - undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature; "She changed completely as she grew older"; "The weather changed last night" keratinise, keratinize - convert into keratin |
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