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tetanize

/tɛtənaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does tetanize mean?

verb

To cause or induce tetanus in an animal or person. To cause a muscle or group of muscles to contract spasmodically.

Example

"The wound was not properly cleaned and may tetanize the patient if left untreated."

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