1. to make plastic or flexible; to soften or render malleable
Usage: British spelling (American: plasticizes); third person singular present tense
2. to treat or coat with plastic material
Usage: British spelling (American: plasticizes); third person singular present tense

Examples

• Heat plasticises the polymer, making it easier to mold.
• The manufacturer plasticises the fabric to create a waterproof coating.
• Adding a plasticiser plasticises the material for better flexibility.
• The process plasticises the rubber compound before extrusion.
• Temperature plasticises the resin, allowing it to be shaped.
• The additive plasticises the vinyl for improved durability.