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OPALIZE

Pronunciation (US):

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 I. (verb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Replace or convert into opal

Example:

opalized tree trunks

Synonyms:

opalise; opalize

Classified under:

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc.

Hypernyms (to "opalize" is one way to...):

convert (change the nature, purpose, or function of something)

Sentence frame:

Something ----s something

Derivation:

opal (a translucent mineral consisting of hydrated silica of variable color; some varieties are used as gemstones)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Make opalescent

Synonyms:

opalise; opalize

Classified under:

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc.

Hypernyms (to "opalize" is one way to...):

alter; change; modify (cause to change; make different; cause a transformation)

Sentence frames:

Somebody ----s something
Something ----s something

Derivation:

opal (a translucent mineral consisting of hydrated silica of variable color; some varieties are used as gemstones)

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