1. forms a ring structure in a chemical compound through intramolecular bonding
Usage: chemistry; technical

Examples

• The organic compound cyclizes under heat to form a six-membered ring.
• When exposed to acid, the molecule cyclizes spontaneously.
• The polymer cyclizes at high temperatures during processing.
• This reaction cyclizes the linear chain into a stable cyclic structure.
• The enzyme helps the substrate cyclize into its active form.
• Under these conditions, the compound cyclizes within minutes.