CALCINE


Meaning of CALCINE in English

[ 'kalsʌɪn , -sɪn ]

■ verb [usu. as adjective ~d ] reduce, oxidize, or desiccate by roasting or strong heat.

Derivatives

calcination noun

Origin

ME: from med. L. calcinare , from late L. calcina 'lime', from L. calx , calc- (see calx ).

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