| v. t. | 1. | To cause to form crystals, or to assume the crystalline form. |
| v. i. | 1. | To be converted into a crystal; to take on a crystalline form, through the action of crystallogenic or cohesive attraction; to precipitate from a solution in the form of crystals. |
| Verb | 1. | crystallize - cause to take on a definite and clear shape; "He tried to crystallize his thoughts" |
| 2. | crystallize - make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear; "Could you clarify these remarks?"; "Clear up the question of who is at fault" Synonyms: crystalise, crystalize, crystallise, shed light on, sort out, elucidate, illuminate, enlighten, straighten out, clear up, clear | |
| 3. | crystallize - cause to form crystals or assume crystalline form; "crystallize minerals" | |
| 4. | crystallize - assume crystalline form; become crystallized |
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