Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

agatize

verb

/ˈæɡ.ə.taɪz/

Definition

To convert into agate or to become agate.

Examples

The ancient volcanic activity in the region caused many rocks to agatize over time.
Scientists studied how certain minerals can agatize organic materials, preserving their structure.

Meaning

Agatize refers to the process of turning materials into agate, often through the infiltration of silica and other minerals, resulting in a beautiful, banded stone pattern.