释义 |
crys·tal·lize verb also crys·tal·ize \ˈkristəˌlīz\ (-ed/-ing/-s) Usage: see -ize Etymology: crystall- or crystal (I) + -ize transitive verb 1. : to cause to form crystals or assume crystalline form; especially : to cause to assume perfect or large crystals 2. : to cause to take a fixed and definite form < tried to crystallize his thoughts > 3. : to coat with crystals especially of sugar < crystallize cherries > intransitive verb 1. : to become converted into crystals : assume crystalline form : solidify by crystallizing : deposit crystals — often used with out 2. : to become fixed and definite in form — often used with out < opinion has crystallized out into two sharply opposed viewpoints — S.F.Mason > |