How to Pronounce Ossify

To pronounce "ossify", say OSS-ify — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɒs.ɪ.faɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɒs.ɪ.faɪ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ossify”

"ossify" has 2 syllables: oss-ify. It rhymes with wry and exemplify, if that helps it stick.

What does ossify mean?

verb

  1. To transform (or cause to transform) from a softer animal substance into bone; particularly the processes of growth in humans and animals.
  2. (animate) To become (or cause to become) inflexible and rigid in habits or opinions.

Synonyms

harden

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Words that rhyme with ossify

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wryexemplifyrectifyhighlieapplyfortifyawrymollifyamplifynullifycry

Related words

reossifyagatizesolidifyoldifycarnifyfleshifymetamorphizefossilize

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ossify"?▾

"Ossify" has 2 syllables: oss · ify.

What is the IPA transcription of "ossify"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ossify" is /ˈɒs.ɪ.faɪ/.

What does "ossify" mean?▾

Ossify: To transform (or cause to transform) from a softer animal substance into bone; particularly the processes of growth in humans and animals.

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