epithelizes

/ˈɛpɪθəlaɪzɪz/
verb
  1. Third person singular present of epithelize: forms or develops epithelial tissue.
    • The body naturally epithelizes minor cuts within a few days.
    • This ointment helps ensure the wound epithelizes smoothly.
    • Healthy tissue epithelizes more quickly than damaged tissue.
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