how to pronounce cauterize

/ˈkɔː.təɹ.aɪz/

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cauterize is pronounced in three syllables

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meanings of cauterize

verb:

To burn, sear, or freeze tissue using a hot iron, electric current or a caustic agent.

cauterize frequency in english - C2+ level of CEFR

the word cauterize occurs in english on average 0 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.