Vitrified

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈvɪtrəˌfaɪd/

Definitions of vitrified

verb to convert into glass or a glass-like substance by heat

Example Sentences

A1 The clay pots were vitrified in the kiln to make them strong and durable.

A2 The glass beads were vitrified to create a smooth and shiny surface.

B1 The company vitrified the tiles to give them a glossy finish.

B2 The artist vitrified the sculpture to preserve its intricate details.

C1 The scientist vitrified the sample to analyze its chemical composition.

C2 The ancient civilization vitrified their pottery using advanced techniques.

adjective describing something that has been converted into glass or a glass-like substance by heat

Example Sentences

A1 The vitrified tiles in the kitchen are easy to clean.

A2 The vitrified glass windows are very durable and resistant to scratches.

B1 The vitrified pottery on display at the museum dates back to the Ming dynasty.

B2 The vitrified lava rocks found in the volcanic region are incredibly hard and heat-resistant.

C1 The vitrified ceramic art pieces created by the famous artist are highly sought after by collectors.

C2 The vitrified steel used in the construction of the skyscraper is designed to withstand extreme weather conditions.

Examples of vitrified in a Sentence

formal The vitrified tiles in the kitchen are easy to clean and maintain.

informal I love the shiny vitrified tiles in our bathroom.

slang These vitrified floors are so fancy!

figurative Her heart felt vitrified after the betrayal.

Grammatical Forms of vitrified

past tense

vitrified

plural

vitrified

comparative

more vitrified

superlative

most vitrified

present tense

vitrify

future tense

will vitrify

perfect tense

have vitrified

continuous tense

is vitrifying

singular

vitrified

positive degree

vitrified

infinitive

vitrify

gerund

vitrifying

participle

vitrifying

Origin and Evolution of vitrified

First Known Use: 1650 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'vitrified' originated from the Latin word 'vitrum' meaning glass.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 17th century to describe the process of converting a substance into glass through heat, the word 'vitrified' has evolved to also refer to the process of making something into a glassy substance or coating through intense heat.