Plasticize (verb)

To make a substance more pliable or malleable by adding a plasticizer, a chemical that makes a material softer and more flexible.

Origin:

Derived from the word "plastic" which comes from the greek word "plastikos" meaning "capable of being shaped or molded". to plasticize means to make a substance more pliable or malleable by adding a plasticizer, a chemical that makes a material softer and more flexible.

Examples:

1. The manufacturer plasticized the PVC to make it more flexible.
2. The plasticizer was added to the paint to make it easier to apply.
3. The process of plasticizing the material made it more durable.
4. The plasticized material was easy to shape and mold.
5. The plasticizing agent made the material resistant to cracking.