Volcanize

Pronunciation: /ˈvoʊˈɛɫˈkɑˈniˈzi/

Volcanize (verb)

  1. To treat rubber with heat and chemicals so it becomes stronger, more elastic, and less likely to break.
  2. To form or change material into a rock-like substance by heat from volcanic activity.

Examples

  • The factory volcanizes rubber to make it harder.
  • They volcanize rubber so it becomes more durable.