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saccharify

Pronunciation:  `saku'rimitur

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WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. [v]  convert into a simple soluble fermentable sugar by hydrolyzing a sugar derivative or complex carbohydrate
  2. [v]  sweeten with sugar; "sugar your tea"
 
 Synonyms: sugar
 
 See Also: dulcify, dulcorate, edulcorate, hydrolise, hydrolize, sweeten

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Sac*char"i*fy\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Saccharified};
p. pr. & vb. n. {Saccharifying}.] [L. saccharon sugar + -fy:
cf. F. saccharifier.]
To convert into, or to impregnate with, sugar.
 



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