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volatilize
[ vol-uh-tl-ahyz ]
/ ˈvɒl ə tlˌaɪz /
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verb (used without object), vol·a·til·ized, vol·a·til·iz·ing.
to become volatile; pass off as vapor.
verb (used with object), vol·a·til·ized, vol·a·til·iz·ing.
to make volatile; cause to pass off as vapor.
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Also especially British, vol·a·til·ise .
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British Dictionary definitions for volatilize
volatilize
volatilise
/ (vɒˈlætɪˌlaɪz) /
verb
to change or cause to change from a solid or liquid to a vapour
Derived forms of volatilize
volatilizable or volatilisable, adjectivevolatilization or volatilisation, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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