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pectize

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To congeal; to change into a gelatinous mass; to gel.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: archaic

Examples

  • 1864-1898, Herbert Spencer, Principles of Biology Graham has shown, matter in this state often “pectizes” almost instantaneously — a touch will transform an entire mass.

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History

Etymology

Ancient Greek [Term?]