agglutinize

/æɡˌɡljuːtɪnaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause to coalesce or unite into a single mass, especially of particles or molecules.

“The process of sedimentation helps to agglutinize the particles of mud.”

2. verb

to bring or come together in a mass, especially of particles or molecules.

“The heat from the flame helped to agglutinize the powder.”

3. noun

the process of agglutination.

“Agglutination is an important step in the process of sedimentation.”

4. noun

the state of being agglutinated.

“The agglutination of the particles made it difficult to separate them.”

Synonyms

  • coalesce
  • unite

Antonyms

  • disperse
  • separate