LIQUATE


Meaning of LIQUATE in English

[ lɪ'kweɪt ]

■ verb Metallurgy separate or purify (a metal) by melting it.

Derivatives

liquation noun

Origin

C19: from L. liquat- , liquare 'make liquid'.

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