1. burned or seared with heat or a chemical substance, especially to stop bleeding or destroy tissue
Usage: medical

Examples

• The surgeon cauterized the wound to prevent excessive bleeding.
• The cauterized blood vessel healed quickly without complications.
• After the procedure, the cauterized area was covered with a sterile bandage.
• The doctor used an electric current to ensure the tissue was properly cauterized.
• The cauterized incision left only a small scar.
• Emergency medics cauterized the injury to stabilize the patient.