detoxifying
|de-tox-i-fy-ing|
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/diːˈtɑːksɪˌfaɪɪŋ/
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/diːˈtɒksɪˌfaɪɪŋ/
(detoxify)
remove toxins
Etymology
Etymology Information
'detoxify' originates from English, specifically the prefix 'de-' meaning 'remove' and 'toxic' meaning 'poison'.
Historical Evolution
'detoxify' changed from the English word 'detoxicate' and eventually became the modern English word 'detoxify'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to remove poison', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'removing toxins from the body'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'detoxify'.
She is detoxifying her body by drinking herbal teas.
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Last updated: 2025/07/06 20:02