DENATURE

8 letters 9 Scrabble points /diːˈneɪtjə(ɹ)/

Definition of DENATURE

verb
  1. To take away a natural characteristic or inherent property of (a thing or a person).

    Synonyms: denaturalize
  2. To add something to (alcohol) that makes it unsuitable for consumption but leaves it suitable for other purposes.

    "While you cannot drink denatured alcohol, you can still use it to remove sticker glue from most surfaces."

  3. To alter its original form or state, especially of a protein, by heat, acidity etc.

Related words: denaturalize

Source: Wiktionary

Word Details

Letters D E N A T U R E
Length 8 letters
Scrabble Score 9 points

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