mineralize

/ˌmɪnərəˈlaɪz/
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Other forms: mineralized; mineralizing

Definitions of mineralize
  1. verb
    convert into a mineral substance
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    type of:
    convert
    change the nature, purpose, or function of something
  2. verb
    transform (a metal) into an ore
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    type of:
    convert
    change the nature, purpose, or function of something
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