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Definition of crystallize

crystallize

/ˈkrɪs.tə.laɪz/
(UK: crystallise)
crys · tal · lize
Adjective:crystalline
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Past Simple:crystallized
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Past Participle:crystallized
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Present Participle:crystallizing
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crystallize Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To make or become definite, clear, and well-formed in thought or expression.

Example

"The lively seminar helped crystallize her research goals for the upcoming semester."

2

To form or cause to form into crystals, typically as a liquid cools or evaporates.

Example

"As the supersaturated solution cooled overnight, pure mineral salts began to crystallize along the bottom of the beaker."

3

To coat or impregnate food (such as fruit or edible flowers) with sugar.

Example

"The pastry chef decided to crystallize fresh ginger slices and violet petals to decorate the cake."

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• Rhymes for crystallize

• Nearby Words

crystal
crystalline
crystallization
crystallize
crystalware
cub
cuba

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 16th century from 'crystal' (from Ancient Greek 'krystallos', meaning 'ice' or 'rock crystal') combined with the verbal suffix '-ize'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Crystallize. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/crystallize
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