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Crystallize
/kɹˈɪstəlˌaɪz/
/ˈkɹɪstəˌɫaɪz/
crystalizecrystallisecrystaliseto crystallize
01
to turn into one or multiple crystals
Intransitive
1.1
to cause something to change into one or more crystals
02
to bring clarity, organization, or structure to an idea, concept, or situation
Transitive: to crystallize an idea or concept
03
to become clear, definite, or understandable, often after a period of confusion or ambiguity
Intransitive
crystallize
v
crystal
n
crystallized
adj
crystallized
adj
crystallizing
n
crystallizing
n
Example
The gel slowly crystallized, forming a solid structure.
Under the right conditions, the melted wax will crystallize as it solidifies, forming a decorative pattern on the candle.
Over time, the mineral-rich water in the cave started to crystallize, forming beautiful stalactites and stalagmites.
The cooling lava gradually began to crystallize, creating volcanic rocks with distinct crystal structures.
The geologist studied the rocks to understand how minerals had crystallized over millions of years.
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