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nitrify

The correct spelling is nitrify.

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verb

Say it like: Nit-rif-ee

The correct spelling is nitrify. To treat, or react with nitrogen or a nitrogen-containing compound.

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To treat, or react with nitrogen or a nitrogen-containing compound.
  2. 2.To convert ammonia or similar compound to a nitrate by oxidation, especially by the action of a microorganism.
  3. 3.To become nitre.

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