Opalise (Verb)
Meaning 1
Make opalescent.
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The artisan carefully polished the glass to opalise it before it was used in the church's stained-glass window.
- The craftsman added a special coating to opalise the surface of the tile, giving it a milky appearance.
- She applied a thin layer of acrylic paint to opalise the dollhouse windows for a realistic effect.
- By applying heat and layers of glaze, the ceramicist managed to opalise the vase, giving it a soft, glowing quality.
- The lampshade was designed to opalise the light it emitted, creating a subtle, warm ambiance in the room.
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Meaning 2
Replace or convert into opal; "opalized tree trunks".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The ancient tree had been opalized over millions of years, its wood transformed into a vibrant gemstone.
- Opalized fossils provide valuable information about the Earth's ecosystems from a bygone era.
- Millions of years ago a prehistoric forest was opalized, its remains a testament to the region's tumultuous past.
- The geologist carefully extracted an opalized seed from the earth, carefully brushing away the dirt and debris.
- Scientists have discovered a fascinating array of opalized insects trapped within a prehistoric tree trunk in western Australia.