petrifier
/ˈpɛtrəˌfaɪər/
noun
- Something or someone that causes petrification, either literally by turning things to stone or figuratively by causing extreme fear.
- In the myth, the basilisk was a legendary petrifier that could turn people to stone with its gaze.
- The scientist described the chemical as a petrifier that hardens wood into a stone-like material.
- The horror movie was a real petrifier, leaving the audience speechless.
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