Definitions

1. verb

to become or cause to become like corn, especially in texture or appearance

“The wound cornified, forming a hard crust.”

2. verb

to cause a condition or disease resembling corns, especially on the skin

“The friction from the shoes cornified the skin on her heels.”

3. noun

the process of becoming or causing to become like corn

“The cornification of her skin made it look rough and scaly.”