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calcine

Pronunciation: /ˈkalsʌɪn, -sɪn/

Definition of calcine

verb

[with object] (usually as adjective calcined)
  • reduce, oxidize, or desiccate by roasting or exposing to strong heat:calcined bone ash

Derivatives

calcination

Pronunciation: /-sɪˈneɪʃ(ə)n/

noun

Origin:

late Middle English: from medieval Latin calcinare, from late Latin calcina 'lime', from Latin calx, calc- 'lime' (see calx)

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