Definition of 'cauterise'

Verb

1. burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent; "The surgeon cauterized the wart"
      Synonyms: cauterize burn
2. make insensitive or callous; deaden feelings or morals
      Synonyms: callous cauterize

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