Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vitrified
Adjective
/ˈvɪt.rɪ.faɪd/
Definition
Transformed into glass or a glass-like substance through the application of heat.
Examples
- The vitrified tiles in the kitchen are easy to clean and maintain.
- Scientists studied how clay vitrified at different temperatures.
Meaning
Vitrified describes the process of a material becoming glass-like, usually as a result of heating it to a high temperature. This term is often used in relation to ceramics or clays.
Synonyms
- Glassified
- Glassy
- Fused
