denatured

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb add nonfissionable material to (fissionable material) so as to make unsuitable for use in an atomic bomb
  2. verb modify (as a native protein) especially by heat, acid, alkali, or ultraviolet radiation so that all of the original properties are removed or diminished
  3. verb make (alcohol) unfit for drinking without impairing usefulness for other purposes

Etymology

From denature + -ed.

Synonyms

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