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denature

The correct spelling is denature.

How to pronounce denature

verb

IPA: /diːˈneɪtjə(ɹ)/

Say it like: Den-ach-er

The correct spelling is denature. To take away a natural characteristic or inherent property of (a thing or a person). For example: "While you cannot drink denatured alcohol, you can still use it to remove sticker glue from most surfaces."

Usage Examples

While you cannot drink denatured alcohol, you can still use it to remove sticker glue from most surfaces.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To take away a natural characteristic or inherent property of (a thing or a person).
  2. 2.To add something to (alcohol) that makes it unsuitable for consumption but leaves it suitable for other purposes.
  3. 3.To alter its original form or state, especially of a protein, by heat, acidity etc.
  4. 4.To combine fissionable material with nonfissionable material in order to prevent its use in an atomic weapon.

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