lapidify
/læpɪˈdaɪfaɪ/Definitions
1. verb
to convert or transform into a stone, or to treat with an alkaline solution so as to deposit crystals of a mineral on a surface
“The artist’s technique involved lapidifying the glass to create a sparkling effect.”
2. verb
to form or deposit a hard, crystalline layer or coating, especially on a surface
“The process of lapidifying the metal revealed its intricate patterns.”
3. noun
the process of converting or transforming into a stone, or the deposition of crystals of a mineral on a surface
“Lapidification is a key step in the creation of these beautiful crystals.”