How to Pronounce Ossifying

To pronounce "ossifying", say OSS-ify-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

OSS-ify-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “ossifying”

"ossifying" has 3 syllables: oss-ify-ing.

What does ossifying 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

Related words

fibromafibromasperiostitisossificationossificosteosclerosiscalcificationossature

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ossifying"?▾

"Ossifying" has 3 syllables: oss · ify · ing.

What does "ossifying" mean?▾

Ossifying: 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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