liquidize
liquidize Lexical Profile
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• verb
British To convert solid food, such as fruits or vegetables, into a liquid or smooth puree using a blender or food processor.
"Once the roasted tomatoes and garlic have cooled slightly, liquidize them until smooth to make the soup base."
To make or become liquid.
"Intense heat and pressure deep within the earth can liquidize certain mineral compounds."
Word Nuance & Usage
In British English, 'liquidize' (often spelled 'liquidise') specifically refers to blending solid food into a puree or liquid in a kitchen appliance, whereas 'liquefy' is preferred in scientific contexts for converting a gas or solid into a liquid.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in the mid-19th century from the noun and adjective 'liquid' (from Latin 'liquidus', meaning 'flowing' or 'moist') combined with the verb-forming suffix '-ize'.