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单词 malaxate
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Definition of malaxate in English:

malaxate

verb ˈmaləkseɪt
[with object]archaic

  • Soften (plaster or other material) by kneading or rubbing.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • It was then malaxated and digested in cold aether.
    • As soon as it has been malaxated it is put into brown freestone pots.
    • The solution was facilitated by malaxating and frequently stirring the mixture.
    • This precipitate separated from the alcohol, did not adhere to the fingers, and could be malaxated like warm molasses candy.
    • Sprinkle half of the salt over them, and, with the hands malaxate them vigorously for fifteen minutes.
    Synonyms
    pummel, work, pound, squeeze, wring, twist, crush, form, shape, mould, mix, blend

Origin

Late Middle English: from Latin malaxare, from Greek malassein 'make soft'.
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