cauterize

英[ˈkɔ:təraɪz]

美[\'kɔtəraɪz]

GRE

基本释义

Laser beams may cauterize and heal ulcers.

激光束可以烧灼和愈合溃疡.

辞典例句

Lasers cauterize incisions , reducing bleeding and infection, sealing off nerve endings, and minimizing postoperative pain.

激光可以麻痹伤口, 减少流血和感染, 封闭神经末梢, 将术后痛苦降低至最小.

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Verb

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