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| 1. | [ verb ] modify (as a native protein) esp. by heat, acid, alkali, or ultraviolet radiation so that all of the original properties are removed or diminished | |
| Related terms: | change denaturant | |
| 2. | [ verb ] add nonfissionable material to (fissionable material) so as to make unsuitable for use in an atomic bomb | |
| Related terms: | change denaturant | |
| 3. | [ verb ] make (alcohol) unfit for drinking without impairing usefulness for other purposes | |
| Related terms: | change | |
| Similar spelling: |
denatured denture denaturized denaturised denaturant Deandre Deandrea Deandra |
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