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silicify

/sɪˈlɪsɪfaɪ/ verb · British & US
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What does silicify mean?

verb

to convert into or resemble silica, or to make something siliceous. In geology, to deposit silica in a rock or mineral.

Example

"The hot springs silicified the surrounding rocks, creating a unique landscape."

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