Definitions

1. verb

to make or become caustic, to weaken or destroy by or as if by a caustic substance

“The acid rain began to caustify the nearby ecosystem, causing widespread damage.”

2. verb

to make something caustic, to cause something to become weakened or destroyed by a caustic substance

“The excessive use of chemicals began to caustify the once-thriving coral reef.”

3. verb

to treat or affect something with a caustic substance, to have a caustic effect on something

“The medication was designed to caustify the infected tissue and promote healing.”