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detoxify

/diːˈtɑːk.sɪ.faɪ/
de · tox · i · fy
Adjective:detoxified
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Past Simple:detoxified
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Past Participle:detoxified
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Present Participle:detoxifying
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detoxify Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To remove toxic substances or qualities from a substance, environment, or living organism.

Example

"The human liver works continuously to detoxify harmful chemicals in the bloodstream."

2

To undergo or subject someone to medical treatment designed to overcome physical dependence on alcohol or drugs.

Example

"The clinic helps patients safely detoxify under twenty-four-hour medical supervision."

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• Rhymes for detoxify

• Nearby Words

detoxication
detoxification
detoxifier
detoxify
detract
detractor
detriment

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century from the prefix 'de-' (removal) and 'toxify', which traces back via Latin 'toxicum' to Ancient Greek 'toxikon pharmakon' (poison for arrows).

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