What does inspissate mean?
Inspissate means (transitive) To thicken a fluid, in the sense of making it more viscous, especially by boiling, evaporation, or condensation; to condense..
Inspissate
/ɪnˈspɪ.seɪt/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To thicken a fluid, in the sense of making it more viscous, especially by boiling, evaporation, or condensation; to condense..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To thicken a fluid, in the sense of making it more viscous, especially by boiling, evaporation, or condensation; to condense.
- (intransitive) Of a fluid: to become more viscous.
Example Sentences
Inspissate at 85°C (moist heat) for 45 min.
Instead of allowing the juice after the incision to inspissate on the capsule, he collected it immediately, and dried it by artificial heat.
Synonyms for inspissate
Antonyms for inspissate
Related Words
Word Forms
- inspissates
- inspissating
- inspissated
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for inspissate?
Common synonyms include reduce.
What is the opposite of inspissate?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use inspissate in a sentence?
Inspissate at 85°C (moist heat) for 45 min.
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