lignified

[lig-nuh-fahy]

lig·ni·fy

[lig-nuh-fahy] verb, lig·ni·fied, lig·ni·fy·ing.
verb (used with object)
1.
to convert into wood; cause to become woody.
verb (used without object)
2.
to become wood or woody.

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Lignified is always a great word to know.
So is ninnyhammer. Does it mean:
an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
a fool or simpleton; ninny.

Origin:
1820–30; ligni- + -fy

lig·ni·fi·ca·tion, noun
un·lig·ni·fied, adjective
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lignify   (lĭg'nə-fī')  Pronunciation Key 
To make or become stiffer and stronger by the deposition of lignin.
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