denatured Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. verb add nonfissionable material to (fissionable material) so as to make unsuitable for use in an atomic bomb
    denature.
  2. verb modify (as a native protein) especially by heat, acid, alkali, or ultraviolet radiation so that all of the original properties are removed or diminished
    denature.
  3. verb make (alcohol) unfit for drinking without impairing usefulness for other purposes
    denature.
  4. adjective satellite changed in nature or natural quality
    denaturized; denaturised.
    • denatured alcohol

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