adjective
- converted into glass or a glass-like substance through heat treatment
Usage: technical
Examples
- The vitrified clay pipes were extremely durable and resistant to corrosion.
- Ancient pottery was often vitrified through high-temperature firing.
- The vitrified surface of the tile made it waterproof and easy to clean.
- Nuclear waste can be stored safely in vitrified form.
- The intense heat of the kiln left the ceramic completely vitrified.
- Vitrified bricks are commonly used in construction due to their strength.