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Grade 7
(pas-teur-ize) 3 syllables

Definition

verb. to heat a liquid to kill harmful bacteria.

Example Sentence

They pasteurize the milk to destroy certain microorganisms.

More Example Sentences

They pasteurize juice for better safety.

Synonyms

sterilize; purify; treat

Antonyms

cool

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Rhymes

  • pasteurize
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