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OPALIZE
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I. (verb)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Replace or convert into opal
Example:
opalized tree trunks
Synonyms:
opalise; opalize
Classified under:
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc.
Hypernyms (to "opalize" is one way to...):
convert (change the nature, purpose, or function of something)
Sentence frame:
Something ----s something
Derivation:
opal (a translucent mineral consisting of hydrated silica of variable color; some varieties are used as gemstones)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Make opalescent
Synonyms:
opalise; opalize
Classified under:
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc.
Hypernyms (to "opalize" is one way to...):
alter; change; modify (cause to change; make different; cause a transformation)
Sentence frames:
Somebody ----s something
Something ----s something
Derivation:
opal (a translucent mineral consisting of hydrated silica of variable color; some varieties are used as gemstones)
