calcine
verb
ˈkal-ˌ\
Definition of calcine
(Entry 1 of 2)
: to heat (something, such as inorganic materials) to a high temperature but without fusing in order to drive off volatile matter or to effect changes (such as oxidation or pulverization)
: to undergo calcination
calcine
noun
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Definition of calcine (Entry 2 of 2)
: a product (such as a metal oxide) of calcination or roasting
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calcine
verb
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Medical Definition of calcine
(Entry 1 of 2)
: to heat (as inorganic materials) to a high temperature but without fusing in order to drive off volatile matter or to effect changes (as oxidation or pulverization)
: to undergo calcination
calcine
noun
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Medical Definition of calcine (Entry 2 of 2)
: a product (as a metal oxide) of calcination or roasting
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