keratinize
IPA: kˈɛrʌtʌnaɪz
verb
- (transitive) To convert into keratin.
- (intransitive) To take on the appearance of keratin, or become impregnated with keratin.
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Examples of "keratinize" in Sentences
- [1] As the cells in the three regions begin to keratinize and harden, they are integrated into the dead (keratinized) portion of the hair fiber; new hair cells in the hair bulb region push the dead shaft upwards towards the skin's surface.
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